Senior Municipal Underground Utilities Project Manager

T. Lowell Construction, Inc.; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus and profit sharing

Company vehicle or mileage reimburse-

Medical, dental, vision, life, and 401

Job summary

T. Lowell Construction, Inc. in Colorado is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead municipal underground utility projects from preconstruction through closeout. You will own schedules, budgets, contracts, and change orders while coordinating with owners, engineers, field crews, and suppliers.

The role emphasizes proactive decision making, financial acumen, and strong communication with field personnel and customers to ensure safety, quality, and on-time performance.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of progressively responsible project management experience in municipal underground utility or similar civil construction.
• Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, billing, and change orders.
• Working knowledge of underground utility construction, including water, sewer, storm drainage, or related municipal infrastructure.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, contracts, and project documents.
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and make sound decisions independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management/financial software.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Manage municipal underground utility projects from preconstruction through completion and closeout
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, cost projections, and documentation
• Coordinate with Superintendents and field crews to support efficient project execution
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, and project resources
• Monitor project costs, production, profitability, and financial performance
• Review and manage project contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and commitments
• Prepare and manage change orders, pay applications, monthly billings, and related documentation
• Identify potential cost, schedule, and contractual issues and address them proactively
• Serve as a primary point of contact for owners, engineers, consultants, and other project stakeholders
• Attend and lead project meetings as appropriate
• Maintain strong professional relationships while representing T. Lowell Construction's interests
• Coordinate project requirements, submittals, RFIs, documentation, and closeout activities
• Ensure project activities are performed in accordance with contract requirements, plans, specifications, and applicable regulations
• Identify and communicate project risks and develop solutions before issues elevate
• Support the company's safety and quality expectations throughout the project lifecycle
• Provide direction and support to project team members while maintaining clear accountability
• Work collaboratively with field operations and company leadership
• Contribute to continuous improvement of project management processes and practices

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contract management

Billing & change orders

Communication

Microsoft Office

PM/financial software

Tools

Microsoft Office

PM/financial software

Job description

T. Lowell Construction, Inc. in Colorado is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead municipal underground utility projects from preconstruction through closeout. You will own schedules, budgets, contracts, and change orders while coordinating with owners, engineers, field crews, and suppliers.

The role emphasizes proactive decision making, financial acumen, and strong communication with field personnel and customers to ensure safety, quality, and on-time performance.