Project Manager - Heavy Civil General Contractor

AlphaHire • Nashville, TN

1d • $90,000 - $120,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee heavy civil and utility infrastructure projects from preconstruction through closeout. This is a hands-on leadership role with a heavy civil general contractor specializing in the construction of water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, and other municipal infrastructure throughout Middle Tennessee. The ideal candidate has a proven track record managing heavy civil or mechanical construction projects, thrives in a fast-paced field environment, and can successfully lead projects while maintaining strong relationships with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and field teams. This opportunity is ideal for someone seeking long-term stability, meaningful project ownership, and the ability to make a direct impact on complex infrastructure projects.

Requirements

• 3+ years of Project Management experience in heavy civil or mechanical construction.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects from preconstruction through closeout with full responsibility for schedules, budgets, and client communication.
• Experience with water or wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, utility infrastructure, industrial facilities, or similar heavy civil projects is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of project scheduling, cost control, contract administration, RFIs, submittments, and change order management.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Must live within approximately one hour of Nashville, Tennessee.
• Experience working for a heavy civil general contractor or mechanical contractor is required.
• Candidates with backgrounds limited to residential construction, homebuilding, or light commercial construction will not be considered.

Responsibilities

• Manage heavy civil and utility infrastructure projects from award through final closeout.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.
• Oversee RFIs, submittments, change orders, procurement, and project documentation.
• Collaborate with superintendents and field personnel to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with owners, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and inspectors.
• Monitor project financial performance and proactively identify risks, cost impacts, and schedule adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, specifications, and company safety and quality expectations.
• Support commissioning, punch list completion, and project turnover activities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $90,000–$120,000, with flexibility for highly qualified candidates.
• Weekly pay.
• Company truck or $1,000/month vehicle allowance.
• Company fuel card.
• Health insurance available immediately upon hire.
• 401(k) with company match after one year.
• Year-end performance bonus opportunities.
• Paid time off and company-sponsored benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed