Senior Project Manager - Mass Earthwork & Infrastructure

Jobot; Lake in the Hills (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Laptop and cellphone (or allowance)

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Premier Chicagoland Civil Contractor seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead multiple site development and heavy civil projects from preconstruction through closeout. You’ll own project performance, client satisfaction, and team leadership across earthwork, utilities, and paving.

You will mentor junior staff, collaborate with field operations, and ensure delivery on time and budget, while managing budgets, schedules, and change control in a fast-paced Midwest environment.

Qualifications

• Lead and manage multiple site development and heavy civil projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Own project performance, client satisfaction, and team leadership across earthwork, utilities, and paving.
• Mentor junior staff and coordinate with field operations to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously (budgets, schedules, and quality).
• Oversee preconstruction efforts including estimating support, value engineering, and logistics planning.
• Manage project financials including forecasting, cost control, and change management.
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients, engineers, and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with field teams to ensure safe, efficient execution.
• Negotiate and manage subcontractor and supplier agreements.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.
• Mentor and develop Project Managers and Project Engineers.

Job description

Senior Project Manager Opportunity | Premier Chicagoland Civil Contractor

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Collin Walsh

Salary: $120,000 - $160,000 per year

A bit about us

Join a well-established, privately held construction firm with nearly a century of experience delivering complex earthwork, infrastructure and site development projects across the Midwest.

This organization is known for its self-perform capabilities, strong client relationships, and ability to execute large-scale projects across commercial, industrial, and public sectors.

With a reputation built on integrity, partnership, and operational excellence, this company continues to grow and invest in its people, equipment, and long-term project pipeline.

Why join us

Join a well-established contractor where projects are built, not just managed. You’ll have real ownership—from preconstruction through closeout—with the support, resources, and trust to make decisions that drive results.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary + performance based bonus
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Long-term career growth opportunities
• Company laptop and cellphone (or allowance)
• Flexible spending account

Job Details

The Senior Project Manager will lead multiple site development and heavy civil construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. This individual will be responsible for financial performance, client satisfaction, team leadership, and overall project execution. You will play a key role in delivering high-profile projects involving earthwork, excavation, utilities, and paving, while mentoring junior staff and collaborating closely with field operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously (budgets, schedules, and quality)
• Oversee preconstruction efforts including estimating support, value engineering, and logistics planning
• Manage project financials including forecasting, cost control, and change management
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients, engineers, and stakeholders
• Coordinate with field teams to ensure safe, efficient execution
• Negotiate and manage subcontractor and supplier agreements
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget
• Mentor and develop Project Managers and Project Engineers

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