Senior Project Manager-Heavy Civil
About The Position
Our client is an established Western U.S. heavy civil contractor specializing in self-performing large-scale water conveyance, large-diameter pipe, and underground utility construction for public agencies. The Senior Project Manager will lead an approximately $42 million, two-year-and-two-month pump station rehabilitation program along the Colorado River between Parker and Lake Havasu City, Arizona. The program includes rehabilitation of four pump stations, including pump and motor replacements. The field team is already established, so the role focuses primarily on project management, contract administration, project controls, and owner relationships. The Senior Project Manager will work closely with the field team and program leadership, maintain a consistent jobsite presence, and provide hands-on leadership. The role also includes assisting with closeout activities for a related project in Indio, California.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in heavy civil construction project management.
- Demonstrated experience working for a construction contractor in a project management capacity.
- Strong background in contract administration, project controls, cost management, and scheduling.
- Experience managing owner relationships and communicating effectively with public agency clients.
- Familiarity with HCSS and construction project management systems.
- Ability to manage complex documentation and project administration requirements independently.
- Comfortable working at a remote project location and maintaining a consistent jobsite presence.
- Ability to work a Monday–Thursday schedule while maintaining project accountability and communication.
- Candidates with exclusively owner-side or consultant-side experience will not meet the project's contractor-side requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Experience with pump stations, water conveyance, water infrastructure, or large-diameter pipeline projects.
Responsibilities
- Lead project management efforts for a multi-year pump station rehabilitation program.
- Serve as the primary owner-facing representative, managing communication, expectations, and contractual obligations.
- Oversee contract administration, project documentation, cost controls, and schedule management.
- Monitor project performance, identify potential risks, and maintain accurate reporting throughout the program.
- Coordinate closely with field leadership and the company's program lead to support successful project execution.
- Manage project documentation, change orders, financial tracking, and other administrative requirements.
- Assist with closeout activities for a related project in Indio, California.
- Maintain a consistent presence at the project jobsite and provide hands-on project management leadership.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary of $180,000–$220,000.
- Four-day work week (Monday–Thursday).
- Profit-sharing opportunities.
- Performance-based bonus.
- Medical benefits.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Vehicle allowance.
- Fuel card.
- Long-term project stability with an established heavy civil contractor.
- Opportunity to lead a significant water infrastructure program with meaningful responsibility and visibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
