Project Manager - Heavy Highway
Company: Select Maintenance
Location: Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Based on Project Needs
Compensation: Competitive | Based on ExperiencePosition Summary
Select Maintenance is seeking an experienced
Project Manager - Heavy Highway to oversee heavy civil construction and infrastructure projects throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
This position is responsible for managing projects from preconstruction through completion, ensuring safety, quality, scheduling, and financial objectives are achieved. Projects may include roadway construction, highway improvements, bridge construction and maintenance, and airport infrastructure.
The ideal candidate is a strong leader with experience managing project teams, budgets, schedules, and client relationships in a heavy civil construction environment. Some travel to surrounding project locations may be required.Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all phases of heavy highway and civil infrastructure projects, from preconstruction through project closeout.
- Manage roadway, bridge, bridge maintenance, and airport-related construction activities.
- Lead project teams to ensure safety, quality, scheduling, and budget expectations are consistently met.
- Enforce company safety policies and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and project requirements.
- Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules using Primavera P6, including baseline schedules and three-week lookahead schedules.
- Monitor project budgets, job costs, forecasts, and overall financial performance.
- Prepare, review, and negotiate change orders as needed.
- Coordinate with project owners, inspectors, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
- Plan and forecast labor, equipment, and material requirements at least six months in advance.
- Oversee timely owner billings and coordinate prompt payments to subcontractors and vendors.
- Ensure projects remain compliant with contractual obligations, company policies, and applicable regulations.
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and professional development to Project Engineers, Superintendents, and Interns.
- Identify potential project risks and implement solutions to maintain project performance.
- Perform additional project management responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications & Requirements- 3-10 years of project management experience in heavy highway, heavy civil, or infrastructure construction.
- Strong knowledge of roadway construction, bridge construction, bridge maintenance contracts, and related civil infrastructure projects.
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field strongly preferred.
- Experience with DOT/TxDOT projects and airport infrastructure strongly preferred.
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 required, including construction scheduling and project planning.
- Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, equipment, and field operations.
- Experience with project budgeting, cost forecasting, change orders, and contract administration.
- Proven leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple project priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Spanish proficiency preferred but not required.
- Valid driver's license required.
- PMP certification or a similar project management credential preferred but not required.
What We Offer- Competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Company truck with fuel card and toll tag.
- Cell phone reimbursement.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Collaborative work environment focused on safety, quality, and long-term success.
Additional Information- Some travel to surrounding project locations may be required.
- Select Maintenance does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.
- Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, including background checks and drug screening.
- Select Maintenance does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies.
