Sr. Project Manager

Tutor Perini • New York City, NY

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sr Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing construction projects involving deep excavation, soil disposal, secant and caisson installation, and Support of Excavation (SOE) systems. This role ensures that all activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications, budget, and schedule. The Project Manager will lead project teams, oversee subcontractors, manage client relationships, and ensure compliance with engineering standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• 20+ years of experience in construction project management, with emphasis on excavation, SOE, and foundation work.
• Proven experience with secant piles, caissons, soldier pile and lagging systems, and steel bracing (walers, struts, rakers).
• Strong understanding of geotechnical principles, soil classifications, and site logistics.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, structural and geotechnical reports.
• Proficient with construction scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Experience with cost control, budgeting, and change order management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
• OSHA 30
• PMP Certification
• Deep Foundation Institute (DFI) training or related certifications
• Engineering-in-Training (EIT) or PE license

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and work plans for excavation and SOE-related scopes.
• Coordinate design reviews for excavation support systems including secant piles, caissons, walers, struts, and tiebacks.
• Prepare and review submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and change orders.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies related to ground conditions, sequencing, and logistics.
• Oversee daily field operations related to excavation, shoring, drilling, and soil removal.
• Ensure proper installation of secant pile walls, soldier piles, lagging, walers, rakers, struts, and caisson foundations.
• Verify compliance with project drawings, geotechnical/structural engineering requirements, and inspection reports.
• Monitor and coordinate heavy equipment operations (excavators, drilling rigs, cranes, haul trucks, etc.).
• Enforce site safety protocols in accordance with OSHA and company standards.
• Conduct safety meetings, toolbox talks, and risk assessments for excavation and drilling operations.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to soil handling, groundwater, and site control.
• Coordinate procurement of materials such as steel, concrete, bracing systems, drilling consumables, and dewatering equipment.
• Manage subcontractor performance, productivity, and adherence to schedule.
• Review and approve subcontractor invoices and progress reports.
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients, engineers, inspectors, and regulatory agencies.
• Provide regular progress reports including schedule updates, cost tracking, and risk assessments.
• Lead coordination meetings with stakeholders including general contractors, engineers, and utility companies.

Benefits

• Extraordinary Projects, Exceptional Performance
• We build critical infrastructure that creates a better world.
• We strive to be the preeminent full-service civil, building, and specialty contractor by delivering innovative, transformative projects through world-class execution.
• We are committed to creating lasting value for our customers, upholding the highest standards of safety and integrity, generating exceptional financial results and shareholder value, and fostering a culture where our employees thrive.
• Tutor Perini builds extraordinary projects, which need exceptional talent.
• Join us, to help build the critical infrastructure that creates a better world.
• Equal Opportunity Employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior