Underground Infrastructure Project Manager — On-Site Franklin

Loenbro; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company a

Paid time off (PTO)

Life and disability insurance

Professional development and training

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Loenbro, a trusted construction partner, seeks an UMI Project Manager in Franklin, TN, on-site. This role plans, coordinates, and oversees underground maintenance, inspection, and infrastructure projects from initiation to completion.

You will manage schedules, budgets, manpower, equipment, and subcontractors while maintaining client relationships and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. Reports to Sr, Project Manager/Area Manager and offers a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 5 years of construction, utility, underground maintenance, inspection, or infrastructure project management experience.
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, and cost control.
• Experience managing crews, equipment, subcontractors, and multiple active projects.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of underground maintenance and inspection (UMI) projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout.
• Develop project schedules, budgets, manpower forecasts, and resource allocation plans.
• Coordinate with superintendents, foremen, operators, and field personnel to ensure successful project execution.
• Monitor project progress and identify potential risks, delays, or cost overruns.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract specifications.
• Review project drawings, specifications, contracts, and scope requirements.
• Prepare and submit project reports, forecasts, change orders, RFIs, and client updates.
• Manage project financial performance, including budgeting, cost tracking, billing, forecasting, and profit/loss analysis.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients, subcontractors, vendors, utility representatives, and regulatory agencies.
• Lead project meetings and coordinate communication between field operations and management.
• Ensure compliance with all OSHA regulations, environmental requirements, and company safety policies.
• Assist with project estimating, bid preparation, and proposal development as required.
• Review and approve timesheets, equipment utilization reports, and project expenditures.
• Support workforce planning, staffing decisions, and employee development initiatives.
• Investigate and resolve project-related issues, disputes, and performance concerns.
• Participate in project turnover, lessons learned, and continuous improvement efforts.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Loenbro, a trusted construction partner, seeks an UMI Project Manager in Franklin, TN, on-site. This role plans, coordinates, and oversees underground maintenance, inspection, and infrastructure projects from initiation to completion.

You will manage schedules, budgets, manpower, equipment, and subcontractors while maintaining client relationships and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. Reports to Sr, Project Manager/Area Manager and offers a competitive benefits package.