Senior Bridge & Heavy Civil Project Lead

Curtis Contracting, Inc.; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Curtis Contracting, Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in bridge construction and heavy civil infrastructure.

This role will oversee planning, coordination, and execution of bridge and highway projects, ensuring compliance with specifications, schedules, and budgets. The ideal candidate will have 5–10+ years of experience in heavy civil and bridge project management, with a proven track record delivering VDOT/DOT-related infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (preferred).
• 5–10+ years of experience in heavy civil and bridge project management is expected.
• Proven track record delivering DOT/VDOT or related infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage bridge and heavy civil construction projects from pre-construction through closeout.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and cost control procedures.
• Coordinate with project teams, subcontractors, and clients to ensure efficient communication and execution.
• Oversee contract administration and change order management.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.
• Provide leadership and direction to field personnel and subcontractors.
• Work closely with DOT and public agency stakeholders to maintain project alignment and quality.

Skills

Project management

Bridge construction

Heavy civil infrastructure

Scheduling software

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Cost tracking tools

Job description

Curtis Contracting, Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in bridge construction and heavy civil infrastructure.

This role will oversee planning, coordination, and execution of bridge and highway projects, ensuring compliance with specifications, schedules, and budgets. The ideal candidate will have 5–10+ years of experience in heavy civil and bridge project management, with a proven track record delivering VDOT/DOT-related infrastructure.