Senior Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

At Gerber Construction, we’re not just building projects—we’re building a better quality of life for our teams and communities. As a leader in civil construction since 1974, we’ve earned our reputation by developing great people and delivering exceptional results. Our Senior Project Managers are trusted leaders who embody our brand promise: Great people. Great projects. They tackle complex challenges with confidence, plan with precision, and guide teams through continuous learning and improvement. With a bold, grounded approach, our Senior Project Managers ensure safety, quality, and performance at every stage of our projects.

You’ll be the strategic leader on projects that will include water/wastewater treatment plants, excavation, river diversions, and many other types of heavy civil projects . This role is ideal for someone with 10 to 15 years of Project Management experience, ready to mentor teams, lead complex decision-making, and own overall project success.

This is a higher-level role above that of your standard Project Manager—you’ll oversee larger, more complex jobs, and report to ownership, high-level stakeholders and other key individuals. You’ll also support and mentor project teams to ensure the projects are successful.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee complex civil construction projects from start to finish.
• Support and mentor PMs, Project Engineers, and Superintendents.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal departments.
• Lead project reviews, financial tracking, and owner/agency updates.
• Represent the company in discussions with owners, engineers, and key stakeholders.
• Step in, to directly support project execution when needed.
• Manage overall team quality and performance on:
  • RFIs, submittals, and procurement tracking
  • Project documentation and progress reports
  • Quality control, safety protocols, and schedule adherence
  • Field directives and design clarifications
  • Project schedules, budgets, and cost forecasting
  • Change orders, progress billings, and pay applications
  • Close-out documentation and punch list coordination
  • Change management and field issue resolution

Required Qualifications

• 10+ Years of Civil Construction Project Management experience
• Experience managing projects ranging from $10M up to $200M
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills
• Familiarity with project documentation, contracts, scheduling, and construction management software
• Intermediate Computer Skills
  • Outlook
  • Google Suite
  • Excel
• Experience with project management programs like:
  • Procore or Similar Program
  • P6
  • Phoenix
  • Blue Beam
  • Computer Ease

Project Experience in one or more of the following areas

• Water and wastewater treatment plant construction
• Excavation and site development
• River or stream diversion
• Structural concrete and tank construction
• Infrastructure rehabilitation (bridges, dams, roads)

Preferred Experience

• Advanced computer skills
• OSHA 10 Certification
• Current first aid & AED certification
• Confined space and fall protection training

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account
• 401(k) matching
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Referral program
• Company vehicle or stipend
• Company phone or stipend