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 positionExcellent sequencing and scheduling skills; familiarity with construction based softwareProven 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