(Traveling) Project Manager- Civil/Earth Work

The Planet Group; Minneapolis (MN); Remote; USD 113,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Planet Group is seeking an experienced Traveling Project Manager I – Civil to lead projects nationwide. This role manages financial performance, schedules, safety, procurement, and contract administration while developing team members and maintaining strong customer relationships.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong project management capabilities, sound financial judgment, and effective communication, with a commitment to LeadBLU values and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of six years of related professional experience.
• Ability to manage complex projects across multiple responsibilities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Understanding of construction law and business practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage the overall financial health, budget, and cost performance of projects.
• Support and lead EPC contract negotiations, including technical exhibits and project schedules.
• Lead vendor procurement and bid/award processes for major subcontractors and suppliers.
• Develop and maintain project financial forecasts, equipment projections, and resource plans.
• Allocate project estimates within financial systems, establish cost codes, and approve invoices.
• Prepare monthly owner billings and coordinate project financial reporting with accounting.
• Manage subcontracts and supplier relationships, including budgets and trade partner selections.
• Oversee contract administration, billings, and change orders.
• Manage, mentor, and develop Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers.
• Review and approve timecards and provide performance feedback to team members.
• Maintain project quality, timeliness, safety, and customer satisfaction.
• Build strong working relationships with customers, vendors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Contract negotiations

Communication

Team leadership

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Web applications

Job description

Project Manager I – Civil (Traveling) – 645394

The Planet Group | Direct Hire

Location: Nationwide – traveling position; assignments may be anywhere in the United States. Candidates may maintain their preferred home base.

Work Schedule: Three weeks on-site, Monday–Friday, with occasional Saturdays as needed, followed by one week at home.

Type of Employment: Permanent Hire

Base Salary: $113,000–$170,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

Travel & Additional Compensation

• Per Diem: $1,660, paid every two weeks.
• Travel Allowance: $400, paid whether or not you travel home during your scheduled time off.
• Project Completion Bonus: 10%, pending confirmation. The percentage is based on your pay during the project.
• Annual Bonus: Paid every March.
• Incentive Pay: Starts at 5% of each paycheck and increases annually, up to 15%.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package, including medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with employer matching; paid time off and holidays; employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance; tuition reimbursement; adoption assistance; mental health and work-life resources; and gym membership discounts.

Position Overview

The Planet Group is seeking an experienced Traveling Project Manager I – Civil to lead projects with professionalism, flexibility, and resourcefulness. This role is responsible for managing project financial performance, quality, schedules, safety, procurement, and contract administration while developing project team members and maintaining strong customer relationships.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong project management capabilities, sound financial judgment, effective communication, and a commitment to the company's LeadBLU values.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the overall financial health, budget, and cost performance of projects.
• Support and lead EPC contract negotiations, including technical exhibits and project schedules.
• Lead vendor procurement and bid/award processes for major subcontractors and suppliers.
• Develop and maintain project financial forecasts, equipment projections, and resource plans.
• Allocate project estimates within financial systems, establish cost codes, and approve invoices.
• Prepare monthly owner billings and coordinate project financial reporting with accounting.
• Manage subcontracts and supplier relationships, including budgets and trade partner selections.
• Oversee contract administration, billings, and change orders.
• Manage, mentor, and develop Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers.
• Review and approve timecards and provide performance feedback to team members.
• Maintain project quality, timeliness, safety, and customer satisfaction.
• Build strong working relationships with customers, vendors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of six years of related professional experience.
• Demonstrated ability to support and manage complex projects across multiple responsibilities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple project tasks simultaneously.
• Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, project management software, and relevant web applications.
• Positive, professional attitude with strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and communicate company policies.
• Valid driver's license.
• Willingness to travel nationwide and follow the three-weeks-on, one-week-home rotation.

Preferred Experience

• Civil or commercial construction.
• Renewable energy project development.
• EPC contracting and project execution.
• Emerging technologies and infrastructure projects.
• Project financial management, procurement, subcontract administration, and change-order management.