Construction Project Manager - Geotechnical Construction

**Overview**

A prominent specialty construction contractor is seeking a Project Manager with expertise in geotechnical and heavy civil construction to oversee intricate projects.

The portfolio encompasses deep foundations, shoring, earth retention, ground improvement, grouting, drilling, and dewatering operations.

This role entails managing projects from the estimation and preconstruction phase through to field execution and closeout. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with field teams, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.

We are looking for a professional with robust technical construction knowledge who demonstrates accountability for project delivery, financial performance, and field coordination.

**Required Experience**

• 5 to 10+ years of relevant construction experience.

• Several years in a Project Manager role or a comparable position within heavy civil, specialty, or geotechnical construction.

• Proven experience in managing projects related to deep foundations, earth retention, drilling, shoring, or ground improvement.

• Strong command of estimating, budgeting, cost control, forecasting, and managing project financials.

• Proficiency in overseeing multiple projects simultaneously while meeting schedule, quality, safety, and budgetary constraints.

• Superior communication skills to effectively engage with field crews, superintendents, clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline; equivalent industry experience may be considered.

**Preferred Experience**

• Experience in design-build projects related to shoring, foundations, or specialized geotechnical construction.

• Familiarity with working alongside union labor and skilled craft teams.

• Exposure to both public and private sector project environments.

• Expertise in managing projects with tight access, technical challenges, or within urban settings.

**Responsibilities**

• Lead geotechnical construction projects through all phases, from estimation and preconstruction to execution and closeout.

• Prepare, review, and finalize estimates, proposals, scopes of work, and bid packages.

• Develop and manage comprehensive project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and cost control measures.

• Coordinate with superintendents and field teams to ensure safe and efficient project execution.

• Oversee subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors, ensuring compliance with project scope, schedule, quality, and cost benchmarks.

• Proactively identify project risks and address evolving site conditions, design complexities, and operational challenges.

• Foster and maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and consistent project delivery.

• Collaborate with engineers and internal teams on design-build initiatives.

• Review deliverables against established contracts, drawings, specifications, and regulatory standards.

• Manage change orders, subcontractor costs, material expenditures, and overall project financial health.

• Facilitate internal project meetings and engage in client-facing project discussions.

• Champion jobsite safety initiatives and mitigate project-specific risks.

• Identify operational efficiencies and disseminate lessons learned across project teams.

**Compensation & Benefits**

• 401(k) with employer matching and profit-sharing opportunities.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.

• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance, commensurate with position.