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Accounting Career Consultants, ACC Legal & HR Career Consultants

Project Manager Civil

Accounting Career Consultants, ACC Legal & HR Career Consultants, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146

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Base pay range $80,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

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This role offers the chance to take ownership of impactful infrastructure and transportation projects with a fast-growing civil construction contractor. You'll work on essential public works and heavy civil jobs that improve local communities, while being supported by a company culture that values strong leadership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

With a stable backlog of regional projects, no overnight travel, and a well-equipped office and field support system, this is a great fit for professionals seeking a long-term opportunity to grow their career without sacrificing work-life balance. Team members are encouraged to bring new ideas forward, make data-driven decisions, and actively contribute to mentoring others in a highly engaged environment.

Job Description:

The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing heavy civil and transportation projects from pre-construction through final closeout. This includes managing financial performance, ensuring adherence to contract documents, coordinating field operations, and communicating with clients, superintendents, subcontractors, and internal leadership.

This position is a hands-on leadership role involving about 70% office-based work and 30% field oversight. The Project Manager is expected to serve as the primary point of contact throughout the project lifecycle and provide key support to both field teams and upper management.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Construction

Participate in internal handoffs and pre-job meetings with clients and partners

Set up cost codes, pay items, and documentation systems

Manage submittals, certifications, and material tracking

Coordinate procurement and delivery schedules for materials and equipment

Review plans and schedules with field leaders and external contractors

Handle utility coordination and site readiness tasks

Project Execution

Oversee daily construction progress, including production, labor, and equipment usage

Ensure jobsite performance aligns with schedule, budget, safety, and quality standards

Collaborate with superintendents to manage staging, sequencing, and worksite logistics

Resolve field issues quickly and ensure resource availability

Lead or attend weekly progress meetings and provide updates to all stakeholders

Track production quantities, cost reports, and job progress using digital tools

Manage budgets, forecasts, pay applications, and vendor invoices

Handle billing and documentation for change orders, T&M, and force account work

Maintain cost visibility throughout the project and reconcile at project close

Use GPS, layout systems, and UAV (drone) tools for field verification and documentation

Troubleshoot and maintain layout technology, and ensure accurate data uploads

Perform drone flights and process site data if certified (Part 107 preferred)

Project Close-Out

Reconcile final quantities with field teams and clients

Confirm all billable work has been submitted and approved

Support equipment demobilization and ensure jobsite cleanup

Participate in internal closeout reviews and knowledge sharing

Lead and support field supervisors to ensure production goals are met

Share resources, tools, and best practices with peers and new team members

Assist senior leadership with performance reporting and internal training

Qualifications Experience & Skills

Minimum of 5 years in the construction industry, preferably with experience in heavy civil, sitework, or transportation projects

At least 3 years managing construction projects with direct financial responsibility

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and experienced with project management software (HCSS, Viewpoint, or similar tools preferred)

Familiarity with GPS layout systems, UAVs, and digital modeling a plus

Solid understanding of construction documentation, estimating, safety, and schedule management

Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to coordinate across teams and roles

Experience with public works or DOT-related projects (e.g., IDOT, MoDOT) is a plus

Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Problem-solver who can make timely decisions under pressure

Confident leader who builds trust with crews and clients

Strategic thinker who balances project goals with daily execution

Positive, professional attitude and ability to adapt to shifting priorities

Willing to travel to job sites within a few hours' drive occasionally (no overnights)

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management

Industries

Construction

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Vision insurance

401(k)

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