Senior Bridge & Highway PM - DOT Projects Leader

John Rocchio Corporation; Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and education

Job summary

John Rocchio Corporation specializes in bridge and highway construction and is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our team. You will independently lead complex bridge and highway projects with minimal supervision, leveraging DOT experience and a proven track record with RIDOT, MassDOT, or similar agencies.

You will guide project delivery from award to closeout, developing work plans, budgets, and schedules, and managing costs and documentation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of bridge/highway construction experience.
• Minimum 5 years as Project Manager or Superintendent.
• Proven success managing DOT projects valued at $5M+, with larger projects preferred.
• Direct experience with RIDOT, MassDOT, or other state transportation agencies.
• Strong understanding of scheduling, contract administration, cost control, and project documentation.
• Design-Build and accelerated bridge construction experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead project execution from preconstruction through completion.
• Develop project work plans, budgets, and schedules.
• Conduct constructability reviews and identify project risks.
• Manage project financial performance, forecasting, and cost controls.
• Coordinate with superintendents, subcontractors, owners, and design teams.
• Prepare and manage submittals, RFIs, change orders, and monthly billings.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, agency standards, and company procedures.
• Proactively resolve issues affecting safety, quality, budget, or schedule.
• Maintain strong client relationships and represent the company professionally.

Skills

DOT experience

Project management

Cost control

Scheduling

Client relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

John Rocchio Corporation specializes in bridge and highway construction and is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our team. You will independently lead complex bridge and highway projects with minimal supervision, leveraging DOT experience and a proven track record with RIDOT, MassDOT, or similar agencies.

You will guide project delivery from award to closeout, developing work plans, budgets, and schedules, and managing costs and documentation.