Job Description

Senior Construction Project Manager – up to $180,000 plus 15-20% bonus, 401k, growing company with great staff retention, ESOP (employee owned)

Role can be based in Sudbury, MI, Palmer, MI or Hartford, Massachusetts.

Job Summary:

We are actively seeking a seasoned Construction Project Manager with specialized experience in bridge construction and transportation infrastructure. The successful candidate will have a proven ability to lead and deliver DOT-funded projects ranging from $10 million to $30 million+ , with a strong preference for bridge structure experience (rehab, replacement, new builds), though candidates with a heavy highway background will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all phases of bridge and infrastructure construction projects, from pre-construction to final acceptance, ensuring alignment with DOT standards and timelines.
• Lead field operations, subcontractor coordination, and inspection oversight on bridge structures, including foundations, substructures, superstructures, and associated roadway work.
• Maintain rigorous project controls for scope, schedule, budget, and quality—especially for federally and state-funded DOT projects.
• Oversee critical construction milestones such as falsework erection, concrete placement, girder setting, and staged traffic control.
• Ensure all work meets design specifications, engineering standards, environmental permitting, and safety compliance (OSHA/DOT).
• Coordinate across multidisciplinary teams (designers, inspectors, contractors, agencies) to manage construction logistics and minimize disruptions.
• Prepare and submit RFIs, submittals, daily reports, change orders, and pay estimates in accordance with DOT protocols.
• Conduct constructability reviews, risk mitigation planning, and project forecasting.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, DOT representatives, utility providers, and local stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of construction project management experience, with 3+ years focused on bridge structures (rehabilitation or new construction).
• Strong familiarity with DOT specifications, AASHTO standards, and public procurement processes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage transportation projects valued at $10M to $30M or more.
• Working knowledge of bridge components, methods (cast-in-place, precast, steel girder, post-tensioning, etc.), and temporary works.
• Proficient with PM and construction tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, and Procore.
• PE, PMP, or CCM certification is preferred but not required.
• Excellent communication, field coordination, and leadership skills.

Work Environment:

• Field-based role with regular site visits required. Could be based in the
• May include night work, weekend shifts, or staged operations based on project needs and traffic constraints.
• Must be able to work in various weather conditions and navigate active construction zones.

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