Project Manager – Underground Utility Construction

Job Juncture; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Juncture is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead large-scale underground utility construction projects, including water, sewer, storm drain, gas, and dry utility installations. This full-time role covers the full project lifecycle from pre-construction through closeout, ensuring safety, schedule, budget, and quality.

Candidates should have 5+ years of civil, structural, or architectural large-project management, strong leadership and client-relations skills, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil/structural/architectural field or equivalent.
• 5+ years of project management experience on civil/underground/large-scale projects.
• Proven track record delivering projects valued at $5M+.
• Strong scheduling, cost control, and means/methods understanding.
• Experience managing subcontractors, vendors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency with project-management software (Primavera P6, MS Project, Procore).
• Strong financial acumen with budgeting, forecasting and billing experience.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client-relationship skills.
• Ability to read civil/structural/architectural plans and specs.
• Proficient in MS Office; valid driver's license and travel willingness.

Responsibilities

• Provide full oversight of underground utility construction projects from planning through completion.
• Develop and manage schedules, budgets, cost forecasts, and resource plans.
• Lead project teams including superintendents, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Serve as primary client contact; maintain relationships through project lifecycle.
• Review and approve contracts, subcontracts, change orders, and proposals.
• Oversee project buy-out, procurement, and vendor management.
• Monitor safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across sites.
• Track financials: billings, cost reporting and profitability analysis.
• Identify and resolve risks, conflicts, and constructability issues proactively.
• Coordinate RFIs, submittals, and change orders with proper approvals.
• Collaborate with design teams, surveyors, and locators for accurate execution.
• Lead project meetings and report progress to clients and executives.
• Mentor project engineers, APMs, and field staff; support business development.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client management

Team leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contract management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Structural Engineering, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Procore

Microsoft Office

Job description

Project Manager – Underground Utility Construction

Salary: $120,000 - $220,000 per year

Location: Washington, DC

Posted: August 01 2026

Relocation Assistance: Not Available

Project Manager – Underground Utility Construction

Division: Underground Utility Construction

Experience Required: 5+ Years (Civil, Structural, or Architectural Large-Project Experience Considered)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and oversee large-scale underground utility construction projects, including water, sewer, storm drain, gas, and dry utility installations. This role is responsible for full project lifecycle management — from pre-construction planning through closeout — ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

We welcome candidates with backgrounds in civil, structural, or architectural large-project management who are looking to apply their leadership, technical, and organizational expertise to the underground utility construction space. Strong project controls, client management, and team leadership experience are more important than a specific industry background.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide full oversight of underground utility construction projects from planning through completion, ensuring alignment with contract scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, cost forecasts, and resource plans.
• Lead project teams including superintendents, engineers, field crews, and subcontractors to ensure coordinated execution.
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients, engineers, and stakeholders, maintaining strong working relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review and approve contracts, subcontractor agreements, change orders, and work proposals.
• Oversee project buy-out, procurement, and vendor/subcontractor management.
• Monitor and enforce safety, quality, and regulatory compliance standards across all job sites.
• Track and manage project financials, including billings, cost reporting, and profitability analysis.
• Identify and resolve project risks, conflicts, and constructability issues proactively.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, and change order documentation, ensuring proper approvals and cost justifications.
• Coordinate with design teams, surveyors, and utility locators to support accurate project execution.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular progress reporting to clients and executive leadership.
• Mentor, train, and support project engineers, assistant project managers, and field staff.
• Support business development efforts, including proposal development and client relationship building.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Structural Engineering, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 5+ years of project management experience in civil, underground utility, structural, or architectural large-scale construction projects.
• Proven track record managing projects of significant scope and value (e.g., $5M+).
• Strong understanding of construction means, methods, scheduling, and cost control principles — industry-specific underground utility experience is a plus but not required.
• Experience managing subcontractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, Procore, or similar).
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing project budgets, forecasting, and billing.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client relationship management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret civil, structural, or architectural plans and specifications.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to job sites as required.