Tunneling Project Lead — Heavy Civil Construction

The Lane Construction Corporation; Pittsburgh, Northern (Allegheny County, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Lane Construction is seeking a Project Manager TNL in Pittsburgh, PA, to lead large-scale tunnel projects. A bachelor's degree is required, with extensive heavy civil construction PM and tunneling experience.

The role focuses on scheduling, cost control, risk management, and safety, while coordinating with engineers and subcontractors. The position emphasizes procurement oversight, change-order handling, and the development of CPM schedules to meet contract requirements.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in heavy civil construction project management.
• 5 years of tunneling experience.
• Experience with conventional tunneling methods, including traditional excavation, drill-and-blast, ground support systems and associated tunneling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Influences the financial performance of a project by monitoring scheduling, forecasting, and cost control efforts.
• Identifies and mitigates risks to minimize project delays and cost overruns.
• Conducts regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and safety compliance.
• Collaborates with engineers and other stakeholders to resolve design issues and address any changes.
• Closely monitors and communicates risks, status etc. in project review meetings.
• Drives the pursuit of claims and change orders, tracks and reports on progress.
• Oversees procurement and buyout activities to ensure it adheres to a strict budget.
• Ensures the development, maintenance, and utilization of CPM schedules throughout the life of the project.
• Directs project contract management activities to review, address, and resolve contractual issues.
• Establishes and promotes a strong safety culture across all project activities.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with key business partners and stakeholders.
• Ensures subcontractors and suppliers are closely managed.
• Oversees conventional tunneling operations, including traditional excavation methods and drill-and-blast activities, and coordinates with project teams to ensure production, quality, safety, and contract requirements are achieved.
• Monitors tunneling-specific risks, including ground conditions, geotechnical performance, excavation and ground support performance, drill-and-blast cycles, equipment utilization, and interface management, implementing corrective actions as necessary.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Lane Construction is seeking a Project Manager TNL in Pittsburgh, PA, to lead large-scale tunnel projects. A bachelor's degree is required, with extensive heavy civil construction PM and tunneling experience.

The role focuses on scheduling, cost control, risk management, and safety, while coordinating with engineers and subcontractors. The position emphasizes procurement oversight, change-order handling, and the development of CPM schedules to meet contract requirements.