Project Manager

Heritage Construction + Materials•Indianapolis, IN

26d

About The Position

The Project Manager leads the planning, coordination, and delivery of complex heavy civil and highway construction projects at Milestone Contractors LP. The role is accountable for delivering projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities span the full project lifecycle, from preconstruction planning and project setup through field execution, change management, financial control, and final closeout. The Project Manager is the primary point of accountability for project performance across internal teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and owner representatives. The position combines office-based work with travel to construction sites within the local territory. Work takes place at active construction sites, field offices, job trailers, and offices, with exposure to outdoor conditions, construction noise, moving vehicles, stopped traffic, heights, and uneven terrain. Occasional out-of-area and overnight travel may be required.

Requirements

10+ years of progressive experience in heavy highway project management, with demonstrated accountability for project cost, schedule, quality, and contractual compliance.
Experience managing large, complex projects with construction volumes in the hundreds of millions of dollars.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Applied knowledge of construction project management, contract administration, cost control, scheduling methodologies, and safety practices for complex heavy civil and highway projects.
Skill in using project management tools and systems, including scheduling software, cost tracking systems, and construction management platforms such as Viewpoint, HeavyJob, and HeavyBid.
Knowledge of construction contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, plans, and specifications, with the ability to interpret and administer contractual requirements, manage risk, and drive compliance.
Ability to manage multiple complex projects and competing priorities, make sound independent decisions, and lead cross-functional collaboration.
Ability to build effective relationships with clients, subcontractors, regulatory agencies, and internal stakeholders and represent the company professionally.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to translate complex information and guide diverse audiences.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle between project sites, meetings, and work locations.
Ability to move around job sites, including walking, standing, bending, climbing, and navigating uneven terrain and active construction environments.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering; equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of formal education requirements.
Experience with design-build, multi-agency, and/or joint venture project delivery models.

Responsibilities

Lead complex heavy civil and highway construction projects in line with approved scope, schedule, budget, contractual obligations, and quality standards.
Establish and govern project organization, documentation standards, schedules, and controls.
Maintain knowledge of project plans, specifications, subcontracts, purchase orders, shop drawings, and submittals to support decision-making and contractual compliance.
Manage project financial performance and risk, including budgets, forecasts, cost controls, quantities, and change management.
Evaluate owner-initiated changes, assess cost and schedule impacts, prepare cost estimates and change order submittals, and align changes with contractual terms and business objectives.
Coordinate and document utility relocation efforts to minimize schedule impacts and comply with agreements and regulations.
Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, utilities, and internal teams; facilitate collaboration and resolve operational challenges.
Advise project supervisors and field leadership on contract and subcontract requirements, scope boundaries, and compliance obligations.
Organize, conduct, and represent Milestone Contractors LP at project meetings, documenting decisions, action items, and commitments and following through on them.
Lead project closeout, including documentation, financial reconciliation, stakeholder communication, and capturing lessons learned.
Enforce company safety policies, PPE requirements, and safe work practices, and ensure subcontractor and field-team compliance.
Perform additional duties as assigned and continue developing in alignment with company core values, competencies, and skills.