Job Description

Make 2026 your year for the best career move of your life! Above industry standard bonuses are the norm. The Atlanta area offers a moderate climate and a variety of neighborhoods for anyone's style.

Our client is currently looking for a Project Manager to join our team in the Atlanta area. The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for contract administration, planning, cost control, and overall project leadership and job site management to ensure that projects are constructed according to contract requirements, budget, and schedule. The PM is responsible for the P&L of the entire project, managing the field forces and project team in delivering projects on time and schedule. DOT experience in the Urban realm is a must.

Come work for an industry-leading Heavy Civil/Heavy Highway Georgia-based construction company that self-performs its excavation, underground utilities, structures, and concrete paving . Our client is proud to provide a stable and challenging work environment with the opportunity for personal growth while providing technical, innovative, and complete solutions to the most challenging highway, excavation, underground utility, roadway, and urban construction projects. Their work-life balance and culture can't be beat.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Provide leadership and carry out our client's safety culture in day-to-day operations and TEAM meetings

- Assure compliance with our client's Safety and Quality Programs

- Coordinate labor, equipment, subcontractors, and material suppliers

- Ensure Safety and TEAM goals are met, participate with crew in daily input, meetings, and follow-up

- Responsible for all project correspondence to and from the owner, subcontractors, and suppliers

- Review and approve all project payables and payment requests

- Prepare, review, approve, and certify all project change proposals and/or claims

- Assist with estimating projects.

- Perform Monthly Cost Reports

- Coordinate the project needs between project superintendents, project & field engineers, and any other project support requirements

- Negotiate with subcontractors and owners on job-specific matters

- Verify invoices from vendors

- Provide progress reports

- Mentor and develop project staff

- Responsible for successful job close-out

- Assist in identifying market opportunities for assigned regions by establishing and maintaining effective contact with owners, subs, suppliers, and potential clients

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent work experience

-Experience with Design Build is a plus

- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in construction, specifically in DOT work, including Dirt, Underground, Paving, and/or Structures

- Experience in budget management

- Ability to interact and communicate effectively with all levels of individuals

- High level of analytical ability

- Ability to perform in high-stress situations and demonstrate leadership

BENEFITS:

- Compensation: $105,000 - $140,000 DOE

- Bonus Opportunities well above industry standards

- Medical & Dental Insurance

- 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

- Holidays/Vacation/Sick Leave

- Company Vehicle & Fuel Card. Cell Phone & Computer

JOIN:

This is more than just a position; it's a stepping stone to becoming a leader in one of the most challenging and rewarding industries.

G. Peterson Consulting Group, Inc. is at the forefront of Executive Recruiting for the Civil Construction Industry . Our team of Experienced Recruiters is committed to matching top talent with outstanding opportunities across the nation. We operate with the highest standards of professionalism, honesty, and integrity. Your career is our priority, and we handle all searches with the utmost discretion. Best of all, our services are *completely free for candidates*.

• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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