The Civil Construction Project Manager will oversee multiple infrastructure and site development projects, including underground utilities, roadway improvements, highway construction, and large-scale earthwork operations. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, financial management, and project execution experience within the heavy civil construction industry.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established civil construction contractor with a strong reputation throughout New Jersey for delivering complex infrastructure and site development projects safely, on schedule, and within budget. Their portfolio includes heavy civil construction, underground utility installation, roadway and highway improvements, municipal infrastructure, and large-scale site development projects for both public and private sector clients.

Description

About the Company

Our client is a well-established civil construction contractor with a strong reputation throughout New Jersey for delivering complex infrastructure and site development projects safely, on schedule, and within budget. Their portfolio includes heavy civil construction, underground utility installation, roadway and highway improvements, municipal infrastructure, and large-scale site development projects for both public and private sector clients.

Hiring Need / Day to Day

Due to continued growth and a robust project backlog, our client is seeking an experienced Civil Construction Project Manager to oversee multiple construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a proven track record managing heavy civil, utility, sitework, and transportation projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all phases of construction projects, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, execution, and closeout.
• Oversee heavy civil, underground utility, site development, roadway, and highway construction projects.
• Coordinate with owners, engineers, inspectors, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel to ensure project success.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, manpower plans, and cost forecasts.
• Monitor project financial performance, including job costing, change orders, billings, and contract compliance.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular progress updates to senior leadership and clients.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and project specifications.
• Review drawings, contracts, RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.
• Support estimating and preconstruction efforts as needed.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while maintaining strong client relationships.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of project management experience within civil construction.
• Strong background in heavy civil construction, utility installation, site development, roadway, and/or highway projects.
• Experience managing public works and DOT-funded projects is highly desirable.
• Proficiency with project management software, scheduling tools, and construction financial reporting.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

Job Offer

Compensation

• Competitive base salary: $130,000 - $160,000+ based on experience.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Paid time off and company-sponsored holidays.
• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle.
• Long-term growth and advancement opportunities within a growing organization.

Interested? Apply today!!

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.