Project Manager | Project Engineer
Project Engineer Road, Bridge or Vertical Construction Location : Richmond, VA Job Type : Full-time Experience Required : Minimum 5-15 years Education : High School Diploma or equivalent (No college degree required)
About the Role : We are seeking a seasoned Project Manager with at least 5 years of direct experience managing construction projects in road building, bridge construction, site development, or vertical builds. The ideal candidate is a self-driven professional, high tempo, with strong sequencing abilities, a go getter attitude, excellent written communication skills, and a passion for continuous learning. This is not a foreman-to-PM transition rolewe are looking for someone with true, hands-on project management experience from project planning through closeout.
Key Responsibilities :
- Oversee and manage all phases of construction projects, ensuring schedule, budget, and quality objectives are met.
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, sequencing activities for maximum efficiency.
- Coordinate with clients, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams to facilitate seamless project execution.
- Write and review RFI's, change orders, subcontractor agreements, daily reports, and closeout documentation.
- Conduct project kickoff meetings, progress updates, and post-construction reviews.
- Lead procurement efforts and coordinate timely delivery of materials and equipment.
- Monitor field activities and proactively resolve conflicts, delays, and safety issues.
- Maintain organized records, track project costs, and manage forecasting tools.
- Identify opportunities to improve workflows, self-teach industry tools, and implement new technologies as needed.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written (email).
Qualifications :
Minimum 5 years of verifiable experience as a Project Manager in road, bridge, parking lot, sitework, or vertical construction.Strong written communication skills : able to draft professional correspondence, technical documents, and reports. This is a critical skill for this position.Excellent sequencing and scheduling skills; familiarity with construction based software.Proven ability to work independently and self-teach unfamiliar systems or concepts. Must pass some basic testing for the specific industry.High school diploma or GED required. College degree not necessary.Demonstrated leadership and decision-making abilities.OSHA 30 or similar safety certification preferred.Professional references will be required.