Project Manager

Project Manager – Marine Construction

Houston based, Travel Required

At Orion , we build the marine infrastructure that keeps America moving. As one of North America's leading self-perform marine construction contractors, Orion specializes in delivering complex heavy civil and marine infrastructure projects including ports, marine terminals, bridges, waterfront structures, pile driving, marine foundations, dredging support, coastal restoration, and commercial diving operations. With operations across the Gulf Coast, Atlantic Coast, Pacific Northwest, Hawaii, Alaska, the Caribbean, and the South Pacific, our employees help build and rehabilitate critical infrastructure in some of the industry's most challenging environments.

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to provide leadership and project management support for complex marine and heavy civil construction projects. This position is responsible for the successful planning, execution, financial performance, and closeout of assigned projects while supporting Orion's commitment to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Teamwork, and Integrity .

This position requires travel to project locations throughout the Gulf Coast region.

Specific Responsibilities

• Provide overall project leadership to ensure the successful execution and profitability of assigned marine construction projects.
• Partner with Superintendents, Foremen, Project Engineers, Estimators, and field leadership to safely deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Develop competitive bid proposals and estimates for marine construction and heavy civil projects.
• Prepare cost estimates including labor, equipment, subcontractors, materials, and specialty marine resources.
• Participate in contract negotiations, change order preparation, and client communications.
• Procure project materials, subcontractors, equipment, and services.
• Interpret project drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and production plans.
• Monitor project costs, productivity, earned value, and financial performance.
• Coordinate with marine operations regarding barges, cranes, pile driving equipment, vessels, specialty subcontractors, and logistics.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with owners, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and project stakeholders.
• Identify project risks and implement proactive solutions.
• Support project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, schedules, cost reports, and project closeout documentation.
• Mentor Project Engineers and support the professional development of field personnel.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with Orion quality standards and contract requirements.
• Travel to project sites as required.

Safety is Orion's first core value. Every employee is expected to actively promote a culture where every person returns home safely each day.

Responsibilities include:

• Promote Orion's "Safety First" culture on every project.
• Ensure project personnel understand and follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in Safety and Environmental initiatives that support OSHA, USACE, NAVFAC, state, federal, and customer requirements.
• Conduct work planning with safety as the primary consideration.
• Stop work whenever unsafe conditions exist.
• Support incident investigations and corrective actions when necessary.
• Maintain compliance with all Company, customer, and regulatory safety requirements.

Employee Safety & Compliance

• Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others.
• Authorized and expected to stop work when unsafe conditions are identified.
• Comply with all Company policies, applicable laws, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality of Company proprietary information.
• Complete required safety, environmental, and technical training.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline required.
• Minimum of 8 years of Project Management experience within heavy civil, marine construction, transportation, industrial, or infrastructure construction.
• Marine construction experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience managing self-perform construction projects is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of:
• Project Management
• Marine and Heavy Civil Construction
• Estimating
• Cost Control
• Scheduling
• Procurement
• Contract Administration
• Change Management
• Construction Means & Methods
• Project Controls
• Engineering Standards
• Safety & Environmental Compliance
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to build relationships with clients, field leadership, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Ability to travel extensively to support project operations.

Physical & Mental Requirements

The successful candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities include the ability to:

• Wear required PPE including hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, respirators, flotation devices, and steel-toed boots.
• Walk active construction sites including uneven terrain.
• Access barges, boats, cranes, docks, and marine work platforms.
• Climb ladders and gangways.
• Stand, kneel, squat, climb, or sit for extended periods.
• Lift and carry up to 20 pounds.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Respond appropriately during emergency situations.

Compensation & Benefits

Orion offers a competitive compensation package along with comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical (including Prescription Drug Coverage)
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Jury Duty & Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)
• Professional Development & Career Growth

Why Orion?

At Orion, we don't just manage projects—we build them. As a self-perform marine contractor, our teams execute some of North America's most challenging marine and heavy civil infrastructure projects using our own skilled workforce and specialized marine equipment.

Our projects include:

• ⚓ Ports & Marine Terminals
• 🌉 Bridges, Piers & Waterfront Structures
• 🚢 Marine Foundations & Pile Driving
• 🏗️ Heavy Civil Infrastructure
• 🌊 Coastal Protection & Shoreline Restoration
• 🤿 Commercial Diving & Dredging Operations

If you're passionate about building complex infrastructure, leading high-performing teams, and working in an environment where Safety, Quality, Delivery, Teamwork, and Integrity drive every decision, we'd like to hear from you.

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Orion proudly values the leadership, discipline, and commitment Veterans bring to our workforce. We strongly encourage Veterans and transitioning military professionals to apply and explore opportunities to continue serving by helping build America's critical infrastructure.

Candidate Response

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply through Orion's Careers page:

https://www.oriongroupholdingsinc.com/about-us/careers-at-orion

Travel is required for this position.

Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered. Orion Group Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation), age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.