Senior Project Manager - Heavy Civil

Metric Geo; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric Geo in Indianapolis is seeking a Senior Project Manager with extensive experience in heavy civil construction to lead complex INDOT highway and roadway programs. You will manage multiple projects from preconstruction through completion, lead diverse teams, and ensure safety, quality, and contractual obligations.

This role requires strong leadership and communication with owners, engineers, and key stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Extensive Project Management experience in heavy civil construction.
• Strong knowledge of earthwork, underground utilities, and paving.
• Proven experience delivering INDOT/DOT highway and roadway projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of multiple heavy civil projects from preconstruction through completion.
• Manage project teams, budgets, schedules, forecasting, and overall profitability.
• Lead coordination between Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, and clients.
• Drive project performance, productivity, and cost control across all phases of construction.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, engineers, and key stakeholders.
• Ensure projects meet safety standards, quality requirements, and contractual obligations.

Job description

Senior Project Manager - Indianapolis - Heavy Civil Construction

Metric Geo is confidentially partnered with a household heavy civil contractor to hire an experienced Senior Project Manager to join its team in Indiana.

This search is focused on senior-level professionals with a strong background in earthwork, underground utilities, and paving, particularly across INDOT highway and roadway projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of multiple heavy civil projects from preconstruction through completion.
• Manage project teams, budgets, schedules, forecasting, and overall profitability.
• Lead coordination between Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, and clients.
• Drive project performance, productivity, and cost control across all phases of construction.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, engineers, and key stakeholders.
• Ensure projects meet safety standards, quality requirements, and contractual obligations.

Ideal Background

• Extensive Project Management experience within heavy civil construction.
• Strong technical knowledge of earthwork, underground utilities, and paving.
• Proven experience delivering INDOT or DOT highway and roadway projects.
• Track record of managing complex projects, leading teams, and driving financial performance.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to oversee multiple projects.

If you're a senior level manager or an experienced project manager looking to make a step up, reach out to directly for a confidential conversation.