Construction Project Manager
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Job Description
#jobalert | DIRECT HIRE | PROJECT MANAGER | Civil Construction, Site Preparation | [Omaha, NE]
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager for a specialty contractor providing earthwork and site preparation services in the Midwest. This position oversees excavation and grading projects from pre-construction through closeout, managing schedules, budgets, job costs, and field coordination to deliver high-quality work for commercial and large-scale developments. The role requires strong field knowledge, leadership, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced construction environment while maintaining safety and compliance standards.
- Base salary $100,000 – $130,000 depending on experience, with performance-based bonus opportunity
- Company truck provided
- Company-paid health, vision, and dental insurance for employee
- 401(k) with match and $15,000 life insurance
- Full-time, on-site at projects in the Omaha, NE / Council Bluffs, IA metro area
Responsibilities
- Manage site preparation and earthwork projects from startup to closeout
- Coordinate subcontractors, materials, and field teams
- Review plans, specifications, and scope of work
- Develop and maintain project schedules and budgets
- Track job costs, production rates, and change orders
- Communicate with owners, general contractors, inspectors, and field staff
- Ensure safe operations and OSHA compliance
- Conduct site visits and progress meetings
- Resolve field issues efficiently
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree, Construction Management (preferred, not required)
- 3+ years project management or project engineer experience in grading, excavation, utilities, or site development
- Strong understanding of earthwork operations, quantities, and production
- Ability to read and interpret civil plans and specifications
- Experience with scheduling, budgeting, cost tracking, and estimating
- Proficient with Excel and construction software
- Strong organizational and communication skills
Keywords: Project Manager, Grading, Excavation, Earthwork, Site Development, Civil Construction, Data Center Construction, Change Orders, Job Cost Tracking, Scheduling, Budget Management, Plan Reading, Subcontractor Coordination
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