Senior Project Manager

Peterson Consulting Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus Program

Company Vehicle or Allowance

100% Paid Medical

401(k) with Company Match

Generous PTO and Paid Holidays

Job summary

A leading excavation contractor seeks a Senior Project Manager to oversee heavy civil highway projects across Colorado. This high-impact role requires expertise in mass excavation and offers a competitive salary plus comprehensive benefits, including medical and a company vehicle. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence and employee well-being.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Heavy Highway/Civil or Excavation Construction.
• 2+ years leading Mass Excavation / Overlot Grading projects.
• Proven success managing $5M–$20M excavation projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle execution of Mass Grading projects.
• Manage field teams, subcontractors, schedules, budgets, and risk.
• Oversee job site safety and project profitability.

Skills

Leadership

Cost Control

Job Cost Tracking

Scheduling

Team Management

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Job description

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Senior Project Manager – Heavy Civil / Highway Mass Grading

Colorado-Based | $150K–$200K+ DOE | Full Benefits + Bonus + Vehicle

Are you a Senior-level Project Manager in the Heavy Highway/Civil sector ready to lead high-impact excavation projects with the compensation, culture, and career growth you’ve earned?

We're a fast-growing, forward-thinking excavation contractor redefining what it means to build in the Heavy Civil space. Our company culture is rooted in employee well-being, zero-injury safety standards, and operational excellence — and we’re just getting started.

We’re hiring a Senior Project Manager with specific Heavy Civil/Highway Mass Grading experience to lead complex, large-scale projects ($5M–$20M+) across Colorado.

• Lead full-cycle execution of Mass Grading & Heavy Civil projects—from pre-construction to close-out
• Manage field teams, subcontractors, schedules, budgets, and risk
• Own P&L responsibility, drive cost control, and maintain project profitability
• Oversee job site safety, logistics, and quality using cutting-edge equipment and technology

What You Bring:

• 5+ years in Heavy Highway/Civil or Excavation Construction
• 2+ years leading Mass Excavation / Overlot Grading projects
• BS in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Proven success managing $5M–$20M excavation projects (self-performed work a plus)
• Strong command of scheduling, job cost tracking, and team leadership

What You’ll Get:

• $150K–$200K+ base salary (DOE)
• Annual Bonus Program + Safety Incentive
• Company Vehicle or Allowance + Fuel Card
• 100% Paid Medical for you and your family (plus dental, vision & life)
• 401(k) with Company Match + Profit Sharing
• Generous PTO, Sick Leave & Paid Holidays

We’re not just another contractor. We're a tight-knit, family-feel team with the resources of a major player and a track record of zero recordable injuries in 2024. If you’re looking for a place where your skills will be valued and your leadership will shape the future, this is your next move.

APPLY NOW!!!

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Construction

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