Project Manager, Heavy Civil / NCDOT

Software Placement Group; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

Full benefits package

Job summary

Software Placement Group is seeking a Project Manager to lead NCDOT roadway, bridge and utility work in the Cary/Raleigh market. You will own projects from preconstruction through closeout and report directly to senior leadership on a backlog of already-won work.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years as a PM on heavy civil projects, NCDOT experience, and a contractor background. The role is on-site with a competitive base plus bonus and full benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a Project Manager on heavy civil, highway, bridge or utility work.
• NCDOT project experience is required.
• Track record running projects from preconstruction to closeout.
• Contractor-side background only; consultant/inspection roles not suitable.

Responsibilities

• Lead NCDOT roadway, bridge and utility projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Own budget, schedule, cost reports, forecasting and margins on every job.
• Submit cost projections and act on variances early.
• Lead superintendents, field engineers and subcontractors to hit targets.
• Serve as main contact for owners, engineers, inspectors and vendors.
• Issue subcontracts and manage subcontractor performance.
• Run weekly meetings on schedule and cost and report to leadership.

Skills

Cost control

Scheduling

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Change management

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent

Tools

Vista

HCSS HeavyJob

Job description

Location: Cary, NC (Raleigh, Durham and the Triangle) | Schedule: Full-time, on-site | Compensation: Competitive base plus bonus opportunity

Overview

A well established, self perform heavy civil contractor with a growing program in the Carolinas is seeking a Project Manager to lead NCDOT roadway, bridge and utility work in the Cary and Raleigh market. This role offers ownership of projects from preconstruction through closeout, a backlog of already-won work, and direct access to senior leadership.

What you'll do

• Run NCDOT roadway, bridge and utility projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Own the budget, schedule, cost reports, forecasting and margin on every job you run
• Submit accurate cost and income projections and act on variances early
• Lead superintendents, field engineers and subcontractors to hit production, quality and safety targets
• Serve as the main contact for NCDOT, owners, engineers, inspectors and vendors
• Issue subcontracts and purchase orders and manage subcontractor performance
• Handle change orders, pay estimates, submittals, claims and contract documentation
• Run weekly project meetings on schedule and cost, and report performance to leadership
• Work with estimating on bids and the handoff so the job starts right
• Maintain a strong safety culture on every site

Required qualifications

• 5+ years as a Project Manager on heavy civil, highway, bridge or utility work for a contractor
• NCDOT project experience is required
• A track record running projects in their entirety, from preconstruction to closeout
• Contractor side builders only; consultant, design or inspection only backgrounds will not fit
• Strong on cost control, schedules, change orders and managing field teams

Preferred qualifications

• Vista and HCSS HeavyJob experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred, or equivalent field experience
• OSHA 30 is a plus
• Triangle candidates preferred; candidates open to relocating to the Raleigh area are welcome

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive base plus bonus opportunity
• Full benefits package

Why this role

You own the job start to finish, lead a self perform team on an already-won backlog of NCDOT roadway and utility work, and report straight to senior leadership with no layers or red tape.