Senior Project Manager

Australia-Employment; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex heavy civil and underground infrastructure projects from preconstruction through closeout in Rockville, MN. This full-time, on-site role requires strong leadership and a proven track record managing $10M–$50M projects.

You will oversee CPM scheduling, budgeting, cost forecasting, change orders, and subcontractor management while maintaining owner relationships and coordinating with engineers, inspectors, and vendors.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of construction project management experience, preferably heavy civil/underground utility.
• Minimum 7 years on underground utilities, large-diameter pipelines, or heavy civil infra.
• Proven track record managing projects valued at $10M–$50M+.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex heavy civil and underground projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Oversee CPM scheduling, budgeting, cost forecasting, changes, and subcontractor management.
• Maintain owner relationships and coordinate with engineers, inspectors, and vendors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Subcontractor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Project Manager

$140000 - $200000 per year | Rockville, MN | On-site | Permanent

Senior Project Manager opportunity for a competitive compensating, employee first company!

A bit about us:

Our client is a nationally recognized heavy civil construction contractor specializing in underground utility, tunneling, earthwork, and infrastructure projects. This company has built a strong reputation for delivering complex public and private projects with a focus on safety, quality, efficiency, and long‑term relationships.

Our client is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex heavy civil and underground infrastructure projects from preconstruction through closeout. This position will have significant responsibility for project execution, financial performance, scheduling, quality, safety, and client relationships.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background managing large‑scale underground utility or heavy civil projects, including large‑diameter pipelines, pump stations, deep utility systems, and related infrastructure.

Why join us?

• Lead complex, high‑value heavy civil and underground infrastructure projects valued at $10M–$50M+.
• Work on technically challenging projects involving large‑diameter pipelines, pump stations, deep excavation, shoring, dewatering, and trenchless construction.
• Take ownership of projects from planning and procurement through construction, startup, and closeout.
• Work in a hybrid environment with time split between the office, home, and project sites.
• Company‑paid travel and lodging for project assignments away from home.
• Daily per diem for overnight project assignments.
• Work alongside experienced construction professionals and have the opportunity to mentor and develop Project Engineers and Project Managers.
• Competitive compensation package with a salary range of approximately $140,000–$200,000 based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), company‑paid life insurance, HSA, FSA, and PTO.

Job Details

• 10–15 years of construction project management experience, preferably within heavy civil or underground utility construction.
• At least 7 years of experience managing projects involving underground utilities, large‑diameter pipelines, pump stations, or heavy civil infrastructure.
• Proven experience managing projects valued at $10M–$50M or more.
• Strong knowledge of gravity sewer, force mains, water mains, 48"+ large‑diameter pipelines, deep excavation, shoring, dewatering, and trenchless construction methods.
• Experience working with FRP/GRP, PCCP, ductile iron, HDPE, and steel casing pipe systems.
• Strong understanding of CPM scheduling, project budgeting, cost forecasting, change orders, contract administration, and subcontractor management.
• Experience managing construction projects in active municipal environments and public right‑of‑way.
• Ability to coordinate subcontractors, engineers, inspectors, vendors, and municipal stakeholders.
• Strong client‑facing skills with experience leading project meetings and maintaining owner relationships.
• Ability to read and interpret civil, structural, mechanical, and utility drawings.
• Proficiency with Procore and Bluebeam.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent field experience will be considered.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management training preferred.
• Experience with design‑build or CMAR project delivery and estimating is a plus.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Willingness to travel as required for project assignments.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.