Senior Project Manager - Heavy Civil Construction

Senior Project Manager - Heavy Civil Construction - Chicago, IL

Metric Geo is confidentially partnered with an established heavy civil contractor looking to add an experienced Senior Project Manager to its team in the Chicago market.

The search is focused on senior professionals with a strong background in heavy civil infrastructure, highway construction, earthwork, and large-scale civil projects. IDOT or DOT experience is advantageous but not essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple heavy civil projects from preconstruction through completion.
• Manage project teams, budgets, schedules, forecasting, and profitability.
• Lead coordination between Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, and clients.
• Drive productivity, cost control, and overall project performance.
• Maintain strong relationships with owners, engineers, and key stakeholders.
• Ensure projects meet safety, quality, and contractual requirements.

Ideal Background

• Extensive Project Management experience within heavy civil construction.
• Experience delivering complex infrastructure, highway, roadway, or earthwork projects.
• IDOT or DOT project experience beneficial.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage project finances, and deliver projects successfully.

This contractor are looking to move quickly on this hire for the right candidate. Reach out today for a confidential conversation to learn more.