Job Description

Project Manager – Road, Bridge, Parking Lot or Vertical Construction, prior VDOT experience is a plus

Location: Richmond, VA

Job Type: Full-time, office & on-site work

Experience Required: Minimum 3-15 years, must live in the greater Richmond VA area

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (No college degree required)

Salary: Based on experience $85,000-$95,000 with regular increases

About the Role:

We are seeking a seasoned Project Manager with at least 3 -5 years of direct experience managing construction projects, road construction, bridge construction, parking lot construction, site development, vertical builds or civil construction projects . This candidate will be living in the Greater Richmond VA region. The ideal candidate is a self-driven professional with strong sequencing abilities, excellent written communication skills, articulate with a passion for continuous learning. We are looking for an energetic, fit, Project Manager that will work both in the office and on the job site. This is not a foreman-to-PM transition role—we are looking for someone with true, hands-on project management experience from project planning through closeout. Prior VDOT experience is a plus. The candidate must already be living in the greater Richmond Virginia area.

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, foremen, 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.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3-5 years of verifiable experience as a Project Manager in civil construction projects, 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.
• High school diploma or GED required. College degree not necessary.
• Demonstrated leadership and decision-making abilities.
• OSHA 30 or similar safety certification preferred

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