Project Manager - Sitework, Excavation & Utilities

gpac; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead sitework, excavation, and underground utility projects. The role oversees work from preconstruction through completion, coordinating with field leadership, subcontractors, and clients to ensure safe, on-time delivery within budget.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in heavy civil project management, strong reading of civil drawings and specs, and proven leadership and communication abilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in sitework, excavation, or utilities.
• Strong understanding of earthwork, grading, storm, sewer, and water systems.
• Experience managing multiple crews and subcontractors.
• Ability to read and interpret civil drawings and specifications.
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Construction management software experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage sitework, excavation, and utility projects from start to finish
• Oversee budgets, schedules, contracts, and change orders
• Coordinate with superintendents, subcontractors, inspectors, and engineers
• Manage procurement, buyout, and subcontractor relationships
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, specifications, and local regulations
• Track project progress and report status to leadership and clients

Skills

Project management

Civil drawings interpretation

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

Our client is a well-established construction contractor seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in sitework, excavation, and underground utilities. This role will oversee projects from preconstruction through completion and is ideal for someone who understands heavy civil scopes and thrives in fast-paced field-driven environments.

Position Overview

The Project Manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering sitework and utility projects safely, on schedule, and within budget. This individual will work closely with field leadership, subcontractors, and clients to ensure successful execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage sitework, excavation, and utility projects from start to finish
• Oversee budgets, schedules, contracts, and change orders
• Coordinate with superintendents, subcontractors, inspectors, and engineers
• Manage procurement, buyout, and subcontractor relationships
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, specifications, and local regulations
• Track project progress and report status to leadership and clients

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in sitework, excavation, or utilities
• Strong understanding of earthwork, grading, storm, sewer, and water systems
• Experience managing multiple crews and subcontractors
• Ability to read and interpret civil drawings and specifications
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Construction management software experience preferred

What's Offered

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Steady pipeline of sitework and utility projects
• Supportive team environment with growth potential

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.