Project Manager - Heavy Civil UG Utility

R-2 Contractors; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO / Sick Leave

Medical/ Dental / Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

5-Year Employment Appreciation Bonus

Job summary

R-2 Contractors is seeking a Project Manager for Heavy Civil Underground Utility-Scale projects. The role involves planning, coordinating with internal teams and clients, and ensuring projects meet scope, schedule, and budget goals. Travel to site locations will be required.

Qualified candidates have 3–5 years in heavy civil, strong communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and PM tools. Visa sponsorship is not available, and pre-employment screenings apply.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years minimum experience on heavy civil projects.
• Experience with extensive project documents to ensure compliance with build requirements.
• PM/CM/QC roles on large-scale power civil construction projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with HCSS HeavyJob & HeavyBid or willingness to be trained.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate new projects with internal teams, subcontractors, and clients.
• Track project progress, production rates, materials, equipment, and changes.
• Understand and interpret project specifications and drawings to construct per design.
• Schedule building and maintenance activities; review AP invoices and monthly billings.
• Monitor budget and projections; manage project communications and relationships.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

HCSS HeavyJob

HCSS HeavyBid

Tools

HCSS HeavyJob

HCSS HeavyBid

Microsoft Project

Job description

Join Our Team at R-2 Contractors!

Since 2009, R-2 Contractors has been a trusted leader in Civil & Underground construction, specializing in power infrastructure projects nationwide. From renewable energy to major utility work, we deliver expert excavation, grading, trenching, and foundation services that keep communities connected and moving forward.

What truly sets us apart is our culture. At R-2, we’re a team of people who are hungry to take on challenging projects, humble enough to learn, grow, and collaborate, and smart in how we plan, build, and solve problems. We believe in showing up for each other, doing things the right way, and owning every aspect of our work.

If you take pride in precision, thrive in tough conditions, and live by “Pride, Grit, & Own It!”, you’ll fit right in! We’re building more than infrastructure—we’re building a team that pushes limits and stands behind every job we do.

Position: Project Manager - Heavy Civil Underground Utility-Scale Power/Dry Utilities Projects

Location: Gilbert, AZ or Prineville, OR Office (20% Travel)

Salary: $125,000 - $185,000 annually, DOE

R-2 Contractors is currently seeking a motivated Project Manager - Heavy Civil to join our expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our continued success with a company that values integrity and professionalism.

Responsibilities:

• New project planning & coordination amongst internal departments, subcontractors, and clients.
• Proper tracking of project completion, daily production rates, materials, equipment usage, changes to conditions, etc.
• Effectively understand the scope of work, terminology, and project documents.
• Read, interpret, understand, and recognize project specifications and project drawings. Utilize all documents to construct the project per design.
• Schedule building and maintenance.
• AP invoice review/approval.
• Monthly billings.
• Timecard review/approval.
• Budget review and understanding.
• Budget maintenance during construction.
• Project projections (material, productivity, manpower, equipment).
• Relationship building (internal/external).

Requirements:

• 3-5 years minimum experience working on heavy civil projects.
• Experience utilizing many layers of project documents to effectively comply with project building requirements.
• Experience in PM, CM, or QC roles on large-scale power projects involving civil construction within the power industry.
• Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with or willingness to be trained on HCSS Software (HeavyJob & HeavyBid).
• Experience with or willingness to be trained on Microsoft Project.
• Must be a team player and willing to perform multiple duties as the need arises.
• Must be detail-oriented, organized, and self-driven.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Able to pass pre-employment drug screen, background check, and a driving record check acceptable to the company’s insurance carrier.
• Willing and able to work long hours and in varying conditions.
• This position is subject to drug testing and background check.

Desired / Preferred Experience:

• Utility-scale civil construction experience.
• Utility-scale solar project experience.
• Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) project experience.
• Renewable energy infrastructure experience.
• Heavy civil scopes associated with large-scale power and energy projects, including excavation, grading, trenching, underground utilities, and concrete foundations.
• Direct project management experience supporting utility-scale solar, BESS, or other renewable energy projects is preferred.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) / Sick Leave
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• 5-Year Employment Appreciation Bonus

Work Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, with flexibility as required by project needs.

R-2 Contractors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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