Senior Project Manager-Heavy Civil Construction, Kimmel & Associates, ME, US

About the Company

The company is a nationally recognized, employee-owned construction and infrastructure company with a long-standing reputation for excellence. They deliver complex, large-scale heavy civil projects across the country while maintaining an unwavering focus on health, safety, quality, and sustainability.

About the Position

The company is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale infrastructure projects—with a focus on heavy civil, marine, and movable bridge construction. This role provides both strategic and tactical leadership, from initial client engagement through final project acceptance. You will oversee construction efforts, ensure operational excellence, and support all phases of project execution including estimating, scheduling, safety, engineering, and cost control.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients during preconstruction and project execution

• Lead all construction efforts to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget

• Supervise and coordinate all onsite operations including engineering, scheduling, and material control

• Oversee field staff, subcontractors, and administrative personnel

• Interpret design drawings and recommend construction methods and equipment

• Initiate and manage change orders, extra work estimation, and technical issue resolution

• Ensure high standards of productivity, quality, safety, and contractual compliance

• Collaborate with internal teams to support financial and schedule reporting

• Perform additional leadership responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

  • Equivalent combinations of technical training and experience will be considered

• 10-15 years of field-based project management experience in infrastructure construction

• Expertise in heavy civil, marine, or movable bridge construction required

• Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, scheduling, cost control, and safety standards

• Proven ability to manage large teams and multiple subcontractors on complex job sites

• Must be willing to travel as needed for project assignments

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience

• Comprehensive benefits including:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Paid vacation and holidays

  • Life and disability insurance

  • Professional development opportunities

• Leadership role on high-profile and technically challenging infrastructure projects

• Supportive company culture with a strong commitment to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement