Senior Civil PM - Earthwork & Utilities Lead

NW Recruiting Partners; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Medical, Dental, and Vision

Job summary

NW Recruiting Partners is seeking an experienced Project Manager for a leading civil construction contractor in Seattle. You will lead earthwork and utility projects from award to closeout, ensuring on-schedule delivery and budget adherence while exceeding client expectations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in civil construction, strong budgeting skills, and the ability to coordinate field operations and subcontractor bids.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing earthwork and utility construction projects.
• Strong understanding of civil construction budgeting and cost controls.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Effective communicator with strong leadership and coordination skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with HCSS (HeavyBid/HeavyJob) and Vista Viewpoint preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage earthwork and utility projects from post-award handoff through final closeout.
• Review and negotiate contract scopes, ensuring clarity and alignment with project objectives.
• Establish project budgets and coordinate cost tracking with accounting.
• Monitor project financials and control costs throughout the project lifecycle.
• Solicit, evaluate, and award subcontractor bids as required.
• Procure project materials.
• Review and approve daily reports and timecards for accuracy and productivity.
• Coordinate field operations and address scope changes or site conditions.
• Prepare pricing for scope changes and submit change order requests.
• Submit client billings in accordance with contractual formats and deadlines.
• Track receivables and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Lead pre-construction, progress, and closeout meetings.
• Utilize construction management and reporting software to track performance.

Skills

Earthwork management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Leadership

Communication

Multi-project management

Contract negotiation

Progress reporting

Tools

Microsoft Office

HCSS HeavyBid

HCSS HeavyJob

Vista Viewpoint

Job description

NW Recruiting Partners is seeking an experienced Project Manager for a leading civil construction contractor in Seattle. You will lead earthwork and utility projects from award to closeout, ensuring on-schedule delivery and budget adherence while exceeding client expectations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in civil construction, strong budgeting skills, and the ability to coordinate field operations and subcontractor bids.