Job Description
Civil Sitework Project Manager
Our client is a leading civil construction and site development contractor serving commercial, residential, municipal, and institutional clients throughout New Jersey. Known for delivering high-quality sitework and infrastructure projects, the company specializes in excavation, grading, utilities, drainage, paving, stormwater management, and full-site development services. Due to continued growth and an expanding project portfolio, they are seeking an experienced Civil Sitework Project Manager to join their team in Rumson, NJ.
The Civil Sitework Project Manager will oversee multiple site development and heavy civil construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. This position is responsible for project planning, budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, client communication, and overall project execution. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of civil construction operations, site development projects, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders while ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage civil sitework projects from award through completion.
- Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and forecasts.
- Coordinate field operations with Superintendents and Foremen.
- Review plans, specifications, contracts, and project documents.
- Manage subcontractors, vendors, and material procurement.
- Track project costs and monitor budget performance.
- Process change orders, RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.
- Attend client meetings and serve as the primary point of contact.
- Monitor project quality, safety compliance, and production goals.
- Collaborate with estimating and operations teams during project startup and closeout.
- Resolve construction challenges and proactively mitigate project risks.
- Prepare progress reports and communicate project status to senior leadership.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
- 5+ years of project management experience in civil construction or site development.
- Experience managing earthwork, excavation, grading, paving, underground utilities, drainage, and infrastructure projects.
- Strong understanding of construction contracts, scheduling, and cost management.
- Proficiency with project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to read and interpret civil plans and engineering drawings.
- Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
- OSHA knowledge and commitment to jobsite safety.
Compensation
- Competitive base salary: $120,000 - $150,000+ based on experience
- Annual performance bonus opportunity
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Vehicle allowance and/or company vehicle
- Professional development and advancement opportunities
- Stable backlog of projects with a growing organization
Interested? Apply today!
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Rumson, NJ |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $120,000–$150,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.michaelpage.ca/ |
About Company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job.
In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas:
Banking and financial services
Digital and e-commerce
Engineering and manufacturing
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing
Oil and gas
Procurement and supply chain
Property and construction
Sales
An Established Brand
The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry.
A Market Leader
The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world.
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