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Senior Project Manager

Cornerstone Recruiting

Position Overview:
We are seeking a Senior Project Manager with extensive experience in earthwork and shoring projects to lead complex, high-profile work from preconstruction through completion. This role will provide strategic oversight, mentor junior staff, and ensure successful delivery of projects with a strong focus on safety, quality, and financial performance.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage large-scale earthwork and shoring projects, including mass excavation, grading, and support of excavation systems
  • Oversee multiple projects and project teams simultaneously, providing leadership and direction to Project Managers, Engineers, and field staff
  • Develop and manage detailed project budgets, schedules, and cost controls
  • Drive preconstruction efforts including estimating support, value engineering, and risk analysis
  • Coordinate with clients, general contractors, engineers, and regulatory agencies
  • Oversee contract negotiations, change order management, and procurement strategies
  • Ensure compliance with all safety standards, environmental regulations, and quality control procedures
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members and support their professional development
  • Maintain and strengthen client relationships, contributing to repeat business and new opportunities
Qualifications:
  • 8-12+ years of experience in heavy civil construction with a focus on earthwork and shoring
  • Proven experience managing complex excavation and shoring systems (e.g., sheet piling, soldier piles and lagging, tiebacks, secant/ slurry walls)
  • Strong understanding of geotechnical principles, site development, and urban construction challenges
  • Demonstrated success managing large budgets and multiple concurrent projects
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to interpret civil, structural, and geotechnical drawings and specifications
  • Proficiency with project management tools (Procore, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, or similar)
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with deep excavation and urban shoring in tight or highly regulated environments
  • Background working for a specialty contractor or large heavy civil firm
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
  • OSHA certification or advanced safety training
Vacancy posted more than 2 months ago

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