Project Manager

A civil project manager specializing in heavy highway construction oversees large-scale roadway, bridge, and infrastructure projects from planning through completion, ensuring they meet safety, budget, and schedule requirements. They coordinate engineers, contractors, and government agencies while managing resources, mitigating risks, and maintaining compliance with transportation and environmental regulations.

Client Details

Our client is a heavy civil construction firm based in New Jersey specializes in delivering large-scale infrastructure projects that support the state's extensive transportation and utility networks. Operating within one of the most densely populated and logistically complex regions in the country, these companies handle work such as highway and bridge construction, roadway widening, structural rehabilitation, utility reconstruction, drainage improvements, and transit‑related infrastructure. They frequently collaborate with major agencies-including NJDOT, NJ Transit, and the New Jersey Turnpike Authority-to execute public‑sector projects that require strict adherence to state and federal regulations, rigorous safety standards, and detailed environmental compliance. With expertise in working around tight urban footprints, coastal environments, and aging infrastructure, New Jersey heavy civil contractors emphasize careful planning, advanced construction methods, and proactive coordination to minimize disruptions to traffic and surrounding communities while delivering resilient, long‑lasting infrastructure.

Description

• Oversees planning, scheduling, and execution of large-scale roadway, bridge, and heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Manages budgets, contracts, and project documentation to ensure compliance with DOT standards and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinates daily activities among engineers, subcontractors, inspectors, and government agencies.
• Monitors jobsite safety, quality control, and environmental compliance throughout all project phases.
• Identifies risks, implements mitigation strategies, and adjusts project plans to maintain timelines and cost targets.
• Leads progress meetings, prepares reports, and ensures clear communication across all project stakeholders.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

• Have extensive experience managing DOT-funded highway, bridge, or interchange projects with complex staging, traffic control, and environmental considerations.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, effectively coordinating engineers, field teams, subcontractors, and inspectors across all phases of construction.
• Excel in project controls, including cost management, schedule development, change orders, and contract administration.
• Prioritize safety and compliance, ensuring adherence to OSHA standards, quality requirements, and federal/state transportation regulations.
• Communicate clearly and professionally, leading progress meetings, resolving field challenges, and maintaining transparent communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Possess strong problem-solving abilities, quickly addressing design conflicts, unforeseen site conditions, and risk factors to keep projects moving.
• Utilize modern tools and technologies, such as project management software, scheduling platforms, and digital plan review systems.
• Show a commitment to collaboration, fostering productive relationships with DOT representatives, utility partners, and local agencies.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary range, dependent upon experience.
• Opportunities for bonus and additional compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits included in the offer.
• Opportunities for professional growth within the property industry.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.