Senior Project Manager-Heavy Civil Construction

Senior Project Manager / Project Manager – DOT Heavy Highway

Our client is a well-established heavy civil contractor with a 100+ year history of successfully delivering DOT transportation projects across the central and western United States. The company is widely respected for executing technically complex highway and infrastructure projects, maintaining strong long-term relationships with state and federal agencies, and investing heavily in its people. In addition to DOT highway work, they self-perform a broad range of heavy civil services, including mass earthwork, underground utilities, site development, structures, and infrastructure improvements for both public agencies and private clients. This role supports a strategic growth initiative focused on expanding DOT highway and white paving / concrete paving operations in Wyoming, Nebraska, and surrounding regions.

The company is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager / Project Manager – DOT Heavy Highway to lead complex transportation projects from preconstruction through closeout. This position is ideal for a project manager with strong experience in white paving / concrete paving, DOT work, and federally funded transportation contracts. This is a highly visible leadership role offering autonomy, long-term stability, and a clear path for continued advancement within a growing heavy civil organization.

Projects primarily include:

• DOT heavy highway construction
• White paving / concrete paving operations
• Asphalt paving and roadway rehabilitation
• Earthwork, grading, and drainage for transportation corridors
• Federally funded and state DOT contracts

Work is performed in a fast-paced, safety-driven environment where strong field leadership, planning discipline, and production efficiency are critical to success.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead planning, execution, and closeout of DOT heavy highway projects
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and proposals to develop accurate schedules and cost forecasts
• Manage project financials including budgets, cost tracking, rentals, and margin performance
• Oversee and support Superintendents to ensure safe and efficient field execution
• Review QC/QA data related to materials, production, and paving operations
• Coordinate with DOT representatives, inspectors, vendors, and subcontractors
• Identify project risks early and implement corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and DOT requirements
• Support pursuit of future work through client engagement and labor planning

Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• Equivalent industry experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

Experience:

• Minimum 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager in heavy highway construction
• Proven experience managing DOT and federally funded transportation contracts

Project Experience:

• DOT heavy highway projects ($2MM+)
• White paving / concrete paving operations
• Asphalt paving, roadway rehabilitation, and associated earthwork and drainage

Certifications & Technical Skills:

• PMP preferred
• Proficiency with HCSS, Procore, Bluebeam, and other project management tools
• Strong understanding of materials, production standards, and DOT specifications
• Experience collaborating with estimating teams and supporting preconstruction planning
• Willingness to travel to regional or remote job sites in Wyoming and/or Nebraska

Benefits:

• Base salary: $135,000–$165,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Performance-based bonus structure
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with strong employer match and profit-sharing component
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Company truck with fuel card or vehicle allowance (per policy)
• Modern tools and technology to support project execution and collaboration
• Weekly Per Diem: $700-$900