Project Manager in Training — Heavy Civil, Richmond

The Keystone Distinction Group; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

The Keystone Distinction Group in Richmond, VA is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to oversee heavy civil and highway projects. You'll work with a Senior PM to manage submittals, RFIs, procurement, tracking, and monthly payments, growing to lead projects with hands-on responsibility.

We value 2–5 years in relevant projects, Civil/Construction degrees, and local Richmond relocation willingness. This role emphasizes schedule discipline, cost control, and teamwork on a contractor with 50+ years

Qualifications

• 2–5 years on heavy civil, highway, or utility projects
• Working knowledge of scheduling and cost tracking; HeavyJob, Bluebeam, or P6 exposure is a plus
• B.S. in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, and/or equivalent field experience
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record; travel is primarily local
• Based in or willing to relocate to the Richmond area with relocation assistance available

Responsibilities

• Drive submittals, RFIs, and procurement schedules to keep field crews ahead of work
• Coordinate subcontractors and supplier purchase orders to protect schedule commitments
• Track quantities, production, and costs against budget and flag variances early
• Support monthly payment requisitions, cost projections, and project documentation
• Attend weekly project team meetings covering schedule and cost review
• Support a safety culture embedded at every project level

Skills

Scheduling & cost tracking

Submittals & RFIs

Subcontractor coordination

Procurement scheduling

Field project experience

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Equivalent field experience

Tools

HeavyJob

Bluebeam

P6

Job description

The Keystone Distinction Group in Richmond, VA is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to oversee heavy civil and highway projects. You'll work with a Senior PM to manage submittals, RFIs, procurement, tracking, and monthly payments, growing to lead projects with hands-on responsibility.

We value 2–5 years in relevant projects, Civil/Construction degrees, and local Richmond relocation willingness. This role emphasizes schedule discipline, cost control, and teamwork on a contractor with 50+ years