Project Manager- Site Development / Public Works - Jacksonville

Job Description

Job Description

Project Manager — Site Development / Public Works

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for driving success and building a legacy? Are you ready to take charge of projects like they’re your own business — and make a real impact in your community?

At Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc. , we empower our Project Managers to run their projects like entrepreneurs, with full financial transparency and a share in the company’s success. Backed by a culture of accountability, character, and teamwork, you’ll lead projects that don’t just build infrastructure — they build life-changing impact in the communities we serve.

What You’ll Do

End-to-End Project Management

Lead all phases of project delivery — from planning through execution to closeout.

Maintain full responsibility for project budgets, schedules, and performance outcomes.

Team Leadership

Inspire and lead crews to peak performance.

Foster a collaborative, accountable team culture on and off the jobsite.

Financial Focus

Manage project budgets and forecasts with full profit-and-loss responsibility.

Drive profitability by identifying savings and opportunities for success.

Risk Management

Anticipate challenges, mitigate risks, and maintain smooth project flow.

Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

Represent Petticoat-Schmitt with integrity and professionalism.

Build trusted relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to secure future opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

Skills & Experience

4+ years of project management experience in civil construction (site development, utilities, or public works).

Proven background in self-performing civil construction , with ownership of labor, materials, and financials.

Strong financial acumen with profit / loss management responsibility.

Proficiency with project management software (Primavera P6, Bluebeam, HCSS, Procore / Prolog, or similar).

Exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Personal Traits

Urgency and precision in solving problems.

Commitment to process excellence and continuous improvement.

Ability to coach, mentor, and foster a high-performance team culture.

Fearless communicator who safeguards the company’s success and reputation.

Success Metrics — You’ll Be Accountable For

Keeping projects on schedule and within budget.

Forecasting and achieving profitability against estimates.

Ensuring accurate submittals and billing.

Delivering exceptional client satisfaction and repeat business.

Why Petticoat-Schmitt?

We Live Our Values (A.C.T.) :

Accountability – Safety first, clear expectations, execution, and ownership.

Character – Integrity, respect, trustworthiness, humility.

Team – Shared goals, servant leadership, team development, determination.

Compensation & Incentives

Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives.

Project Savings Incentive – Earn additional bonuses when projects outperform budget expectations.

Annual Profit Sharing – Participate in company-wide profit sharing once annual goals are achieved.

Monthly Safety Bonus – Earned when the company goes recordable-incident free.

Benefits

Unlimited Paid Time Off.

6 Paid Holidays.

Comprehensive health coverage options, including a 100% company-paid High Deductible Health Plan (employee-only coverage).

Dental, vision, short / long-term disability, and accident coverage.

Up to $50,000 employer-paid life insurance.

401(k) with 100% match on the first 4%.

Company vehicle and gas card.

Cell phone allowance.

Training, development, and leadership growth opportunities.

Location

Office : Jacksonville, FL (~80% of workweek).

Jobsites : Throughout Northeast Florida (1–2 visits per week recommended).

Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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