Project Manager - Heavy Civil UG Utility

R-2 Contractors; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/Sick leave

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

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 projects. The role focuses on planning, coordination, and budget control across complex power projects with 20% travel to Gilbert, AZ or Prineville, OR. Salary ranges from $125,000 to $185,000 annually, DOE, with full benefits and a strong team culture.

The candidate will lead multiple functions, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with project documents. Excellent communication and multitasking are essential.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years minimum experience on heavy civil projects.
• Experience in PM, CM, or QC roles on large-scale power projects.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; training available for HCSS and Microsoft Project.
• Team player, detail-oriented, organized, and self-driven.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate new projects across internal departments, subcontractors, and clients.
• Track project progress, production rates, materials, and equipment usage.
• Understand scope, terminology, and project documents.
• Read and interpret project specifications and drawings and implement per design.
• Schedule building and maintenance activities.
• Review and approve AP invoices; manage monthly billings.
• Review timecards and budgets; maintain budget during construction.
• Forecast project projections for materials, productivity, manpower, and equipment.
• Build internal and external relationships to support project success.

Skills

Team player

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

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.