Senior Bridge & Heavy Civil Project Manager

Curtis Contracting, Inc.; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Curtis Contracting, Inc. is a Charlottesville, VA-based contractor seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead bridge and heavy civil infrastructure projects.

You will oversee planning, coordination, and execution of bridge and highway work, ensuring schedules, budgets, and safety standards are met. The ideal candidate has a Civil Engineering or Construction Management background with 5–10+ years in heavy civil/d bridge PM and a proven track record delivering DOT projects; strong leadership

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.
• Proven track record delivering VDOT or DOT-related infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of contracts, scheduling software, and cost tracking tools.

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

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Cost tracking software

Job description

Curtis Contracting, Inc. is a Charlottesville, VA-based contractor seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead bridge and heavy civil infrastructure projects.

You will oversee planning, coordination, and execution of bridge and highway work, ensuring schedules, budgets, and safety standards are met. The ideal candidate has a Civil Engineering or Construction Management background with 5–10+ years in heavy civil/d bridge PM and a proven track record delivering DOT projects; strong leadership