Project Manager Job at Trillium Construction Services in Joliet

Project Manager – Pavement Marking / Road Safety Construction

Direct Hire | $90k–$105k + 5% Bonus | Full Benefits + 401k Match | First Shift (Mon–Fri, occasional nights for some projects)

A leading company in road safety construction is looking to hire Project Managers to oversee pavement marking and traffic control projects . We have two openings with slightly different focuses — one more field operations/project execution oriented, and one more branch/business management oriented.

Key Responsibilities (both roles)

• Manage projects from initiation through completion, ensuring conformance to scope, schedule, budget, and safety standards.
• Lead crews and staff, providing direction, scheduling, and performance oversight.
• Promote and enforce corporate and DOT safety policies, building a strong safety-first culture.
• Coordinate labor, equipment, and material resources across multiple projects.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with customers, DOT agencies, and stakeholders, resolving scope changes or disputes.
• Monitor financial performance of projects, including job costing, variance analysis, forecasting, and revenue/cost projections.
• Provide project documentation, reporting, and close-out packages.

Role 1: Project-Focused PM (Field Operations)

• Heavy emphasis on crew scheduling, equipment readiness, and DOT compliance .
• Oversee daily operations including truck loading, materials, and estimating support.
• Lead by example in safety enforcement and on-site supervision.
• May require occasional night shifts .

Role 2: Senior/Branch-Focused PM (Business Operations)

• Broader scope including branch operations, equipment management, and DOT compliance .
• Make recommendations on hiring, promotions, and employee development .
• Mentor and coach project personnel, building high-performing teams.
• Greater emphasis on cash flow optimization, profit maximization, and forecasting margins .
• Strictly first shift, Mon–Fri schedule .

Qualifications (for both)

• High School diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s degree a plus).
• 5+ years of management experience in pavement marking, traffic control, or construction.
• Strong understanding of job costing, forecasting, and financial management .
• Ability to effectively schedule crews and resources for maximum efficiency.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word); ERP experience a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a customer service mindset.
• Industry involvement (DOT coalitions, trade associations, etc.) preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and ability to pass a background check/drug screen.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary ($90k–$105k DOE) + annual bonus.
• Full benefits package + 401k with company match.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Be part of a company committed to safety, ethics, and work-life balance.