Project Manager - Civil/DOT

Job Description

Job Description

Project Manager – Civil/DOT | Build What Moves Communities

At KCI Construction, we’re not just building projects—we’re building roads, bridges, and infrastructure that keep communities moving. As a 100% employee-owned company, every project you lead directly contributes to your future and the success of the team around you.

We’re looking for a Civil/DOT Project Manager to help lead heavy civil and infrastructure work across the Springfield, Missouri region. If you think like a builder, value strong teams, and take pride in delivering work the right way—you’ll fit right in.

Why KCI

• You Own It: ESOP participation—your work builds your future.
• We Invest in You: Competitive pay, bonuses, 401(k), and 100% paid health coverage.
• Real Balance: Unlimited PTO and flexibility when you need it.
• Strong Teams: Work with people who take pride in doing things right.
• Meaningful Work: Roads, bridges, and infrastructure that make a lasting impact.
• Safety First: It’s not a priority—it’s how we operate.

What You’ll Own

• Project Performance: Manage cost, schedule, and overall project success.
• Execution: Partner with Superintendents to keep work moving safely and efficiently.
• Financials: Track costs, forecast performance, and manage owner billings.
• Scheduling: Keep projects on track—align crews, subs, and materials with DOT timelines.
• Contracts: Manage subcontractors, change orders, and project documentation.
• Problem Solving: Work through design and field challenges with engineers and partners.
• Relationships: Be a trusted point of contact for owners, engineers, and project teams.

What You Bring

• Experience in heavy civil, DOT, roadway, bridge, or infrastructure projects
• Growth: A drive to keep learning, improving, and expanding your impact
• Resilience: Ability to adapt, problem-solve, and push projects forward when challenges arise
• Integrity: Do the right thing—own your work, decisions, and outcomes
• Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with field teams, clients, and partners to get the job done right
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability—you follow through
• Practical, builder-minded approach to solving problems in the field and on paper
• Clear, confident communication that builds trust
  

Why This Role

This is more than managing a project—it’s an opportunity to grow your impact, build your career, and be part of something long-term. At KCI, you’re not just an employee—you’re an owner.

KCI is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.