Senior Project Manager Heavy Civil (Sacramento)

Exciting opportunity to join a legacy of civil engineering construction firm who self performs fine grading and paving and teams with subcontractors that install underground utilities, concrete for streets and structures, landscaping and geotechincal remedial imporvements. There projects include avaiation, levee, roads and highways.

Seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager to lead high-profile heavy civil construction projects throughout the Sacramento region. This is a pivotal leadership role for a proven professional who can confidently oversee large, complex projects, guide high-performing teams, and partner with executive leadership to deliver work that is safe, profitable, and built to last.

Project Leadership & Execution

• Lead heavy civil construction projects from start to finish ranging from $15-$100 million in value, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Track project progress, costs, quantities, schedules, and forecasts; communicate project status to executive management.
• Review and manage changes in project scope, budget, and schedule; ensure proper job controls are in place.
• Support estimating and preconstruction efforts, including bid reviews and development of project budgets and schedules.

Team Management & Collaboration

• Manage, mentor, and support project teams, including Project Engineers, Superintendents, and field staff.
• Promote a positive, professional team culture and uphold company values on every project.
• Coordinate equipment, staffing, and material needs with on-site and regional counterparts.

Financial Management & Documentation

· Prepare monthly billings, cash flow projections, change orders, and other project documentation.

• Ensure timely procurement of materials and long-lead items.

Subcontractor & Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, inspectors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Manage subcontractors to ensure performance of the full scope of their contracts.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with company safety programs, quality standards, and operational procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management/Technology, or related field; or equivalent heavy civil construction experience.
• 10+ years of progressive heavy civil experience (paving, grading, earthwork), including 7+ years in a supervisory or project leadership role.
• Experience managing field teams and subcontractors on public and/or private works projects; familiarity with public agency specifications.
• Strong knowledge of heavy civil construction means and methods (paving, earthwork, underground utilities, concrete, structures).
• Proficiency with project management and scheduling tools (P6, Bluebeam, PlanGrid/Build, or similar).
• Solid understanding of contracts, change management, scheduling, cost control, and standard industry practices.
• Strong technical writing skills and the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Valid driver’s license
• Required to pass pre-employment drug, alcohol, and background checks.
• Willingness to travel as needed and work long or irregular hours during peak periods.
• Ability to sit for extended periods and perform frequent walking, standing, bending, climbing, and navigating uneven terrain during site visits.
• Occasional ability to crawl or work in confined spaces and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Strong safety awareness when working around heavy equipment and active construction areas.

Benefits

Total compensation package includes the following:

• Profit sharing- cash and deferred
• Vehicle allowance & gas card
• Comprehensive coverage- health, dental, vision (Competitive premiums with participation in yearly wellness program)
• Insurance- life and disability
• Paid time off and Paid holidays
• 401k plan
• Financial planning assistance
• Career growth and development

Heavy Level Consulting and our clients are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.