Senior Project Manager - NCDOT Heavy Civil (Self-Perform)

Aspire Talent Solutions

Cary (NC)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Aspire Talent Solutions is seeking a Project Manager for NCDOT work in the Cary/Raleigh market. You will run NCDOT roadway, bridge and utility projects from preconstruction through closeout, owning budgets, schedules, forecasts and margins.

You will lead field teams, subcontractors and vendors, report to senior leadership, and ensure safety and quality on every site. Prior NCDOT project experience and a contractor background are essential.

Qualifications

5+ years as a Project Manager on heavy civil, highway, bridge or utility work for a contractor.
NCDOT project experience is required.
A track record running projects in their entirety, from preconstruction to closeout.
Contractor side builders only. Consultant, design or inspection only backgrounds will not fit.

Responsibilities

Run NCDOT roadway, bridge and utility projects from preconstruction through closeout.
Own the budget, schedule, cost reports, forecasting and margin on every job you run.
Submit accurate cost and income projections and act on variances early.
Lead superintendents, field engineers and subcontractors to hit production, quality and safety.
Serve as the main contact for NCDOT, owners, engineers, inspectors and vendors.
Issue subcontracts and purchase orders and manage subcontractor performance.
Handle change orders, pay estimates, submittals, claims and contract documentation.
Run weekly project meetings on schedule and cost, and report performance to leadership.
Work with estimating on bids and the handoff so the job starts right.
Keep a strong safety culture on every site.