Underground Utility Project Lead - Hands-On, Risk-Aware

Oscar; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Truck + gas allowance

PTO

401k

Bonus

Job summary

Oscar is seeking an experienced Project Manager or Senior Project Manager to lead a heavy civil underground utility project on the south side of the Houston metro. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in underground utilities and will own a project from the ground up, driving delivery and growth in a steady underground utility portfolio.

You will coordinate with engineers, municipal agencies, and clients, manage budgets and schedules, supervise field crews, and ensure OSHA/DOT

Qualifications

• 5+ yrs underground utility project experience is required.
• Sanitary sewer experience is preferred, but broader wet utility experience will work too.
• A track record with the City of Houston, Harris County Flood Control, or a regional water authority and surrounding municipalities stands out.

Responsibilities

• Run the day-to-day of the project: budget, schedule, subcontractor coordination, and overall delivery.
• Work directly with engineers, municipal agencies, and clients to keep the job compliant and moving forward.
• Direct field crews and superintendents, and stay hands-on with site visits to catch issues early.
• Own safety and quality on the job, keeping the project aligned with OSHA and DOT standards.
• Handle the paperwork side (change orders, RFIs, submittals) without letting it pile up.
• Spot risks before they become problems and bring solutions, not just updates, to leadership.
• Keep clients and senior management informed with clear, regular progress reporting.

Skills

Underground utilities

Sanitary

Tunneling and shafts

Job description

Oscar is seeking an experienced Project Manager or Senior Project Manager to lead a heavy civil underground utility project on the south side of the Houston metro. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in underground utilities and will own a project from the ground up, driving delivery and growth in a steady underground utility portfolio.

You will coordinate with engineers, municipal agencies, and clients, manage budgets and schedules, supervise field crews, and ensure OSHA/DOT