Construction Project Manager

About this role

Project Manager - Civil Construction & Earthworks

Chicago, IL | McKinley Park office and Chicagoland projects

Full-time | On-site

$120,000-$150,000 base salary, depending on relevant experience

About the Role

We are working with an established Chicago-area civil construction contractor seeking a hands-on Project Manager to deliver excavation, earthworks, demolition, sitework and underground utility projects.

This role combines project management and commercial responsibility with practical coordination of field operations. You will work closely with superintendents, foremen and office staff to keep jobs moving safely, efficiently and profitably. Scheduling means planning and coordinating trucks, labor, equipment, deliveries and work sequences. Primavera P6 expertise is not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil construction projects from handover and mobilization through completion and closeout.
• Coordinate daily and weekly requirements for crews, trucks, hauling, equipment, materials and subcontractors.
• Plan work sequences and short-term look-ahead schedules, adjusting to site conditions, production needs and delivery constraints.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes and quantities; help resolve field questions with the project team.
• Track job costs, production, material quantities, commitments and progress against budget.
• Identify scope changes, prepare pricing and supporting records, and manage change-order follow-up.
• Coordinate procurement, RFIs, submittals, permits, inspections and project documentation with the relevant team members.
• Maintain clear communication with clients, general contractors, vendors, field teams and leadership.
• Support safe working practices, quality requirements and an organized project closeout.

What We Are Looking For

• Approximately 5-10 years of relevant construction experience, with demonstrated responsibility for managing projects.
• Contractor-side experience in excavation, earthw...