Heavy Civil Project Manager

LB3 Enterprises•San Diego, CA

1d•$110,000 - $150,000

About The Position

The Project Manager is responsible for managing all administrative, financial, and contractual aspects of residential grading and site development projects. This role oversees projects from preconstruction through completion, ensuring grading operations are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with plans and municipal requirements. The Project Manager works closely with grading superintendents, subcontractors, engineers, and developers to deliver build-ready residential lots.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience in grading, site development, or civil construction project management
Experience managing residential subdivision or land development projects
Strong understanding of grading operations, cut/fill balancing, and lot drainage
Proficiency in reading civil plans, grading plans, and specifications
Experience with project budgeting, scheduling, and cost control
Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
Experience working with production homebuilders or residential developers
Familiarity with HCSS Heavy Job, Topcon and Trimble GPS machine control, quantity takeoffs, and project management software

Responsibilities

Manage residential grading projects from preconstruction through final acceptance
Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and work plans
Review civil plans, grading plans, soils reports, and specifications
Coordinate with developers, engineers, surveyors, and municipal agencies
Support project sequencing to align grading with utilities, paving, and vertical construction
Prepare and manage project budgets, cost reports, and forecasts
Track quantities, production rates, and cost-to-complete
Review and approve subcontractor invoices and change orders
Manage contract compliance and scope changes
Assist with bid preparation and subcontractor selection
Work closely with the Grading Superintendent to support field operations
Resolve design conflicts, site issues, and constructability challenges
Coordinate inspections, testing, and lot certifications
Ensure erosion control, stormwater, and environmental compliance
Serve as primary point of contact for clients and consultants
Lead project meetings and provide regular status updates
Maintain project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, and as-builts
Prepare progress reports for internal leadership and clients
Promote and enforce company safety policies and procedures
Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and local regulations
Support jobsite safety planning and incident resolution