Project Manager- Site Development / Public Works - Jacksonville

Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors•Jacksonville, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc., we don't just build infrastructure — we build life-changing infrastructure. As a privately owned, employee-owned civil contracting firm, we perform work across public and private markets, specializing in site development, underground utilities, roadway, and water/wastewater treatment plant construction throughout the Southeast. We're seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Jacksonville team. This role is ideal for a driven, entrepreneurial-minded leader who thrives on ownership, accountability, and delivering exceptional results. At Petticoat-Schmitt, Project Managers run their projects like a business — with full financial transparency, responsibility, and support. An Exciting Career Opportunity We empower our Project Managers to lead with autonomy, make decisions that matter, and directly impact the company's growth and success. You'll run complex projects, coach high-performing teams, and build lasting relationships with clients and partners. If you're committed to excellence, eager to grow, and ready to lead with integrity, this is the place for you.

Requirements

4+ years of project management experience in civil construction (site development, underground utilities, or public works)
Proven success managing self-perform civil projects, including labor, materials, equipment, and financial performance
Strong financial acumen with experience forecasting and managing project profitability
Proficiency with project management software such as Primavera P6, Bluebeam, HCSS, Procore/Prolog, or similar
Strong leadership, communication, and critical-thinking skills
Ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members
Sense of urgency in problem-solving and decision-making
High level of organization, accountability, and attention to detail
Confident, professional, and proactive communicator

Responsibilities

Lead all phases of project delivery, including planning, execution, tracking, and closeout
Maintain full ownership of project schedules, budgets, forecasting, and overall performance
Prepare, monitor, and manage project documentation including submittals, RFIs, change management, and billing
Coach, motivate, and develop superintendents, engineers, and field teams
Foster a culture of accountability, communication, and teamwork
Coordinate closely with field leadership to ensure seamless operations and production flow
Manage project financials with full profit-and-loss responsibility
Forecast profitability and ensure projects meet or exceed budget expectations
Identify risks early, implement corrective actions, and proactively solve problems
Represent Petticoat-Schmitt with integrity and professionalism
Build strong relationships with clients, vendors, inspectors, and subcontractors
Protect company interests through clear communication and proactive issue resolution

Benefits

Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives
Project Savings Incentive — additional bonus potential when projects outperform budgets
Annual Company Profit Sharing — company-wide incentives once annual goals are achieved
Monthly Safety Bonus when the company goes recordable-incident free
Unlimited Paid Time Off (for salaried positions)
6 Paid Holidays
Comprehensive Health Coverage Options, including a 100% company-paid High Deductible Health Plan (employee-only coverage)
Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and Accident Coverage
Up to $50,000 employer-paid life insurance
401(k) with 100% match on the first 4%
Company vehicle and fuel card (for business use)
Cell phone allowance
Training, development, and leadership advancement opportunities