Project Manager, Heavy Civil / VDOT
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Virginia Beach, VA · Posted November 6, 2026
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About the job
Project Manager, Heavy Civil / VDOT
Location: Virginia Beach / Hampton Roads, VA area (Virginia projects, relocation available)
Industry: Heavy Civil / Highway / Utility / Infrastructure Construction
An established, family owned self perform heavy civil contractor with more than 50 years in Virginia is hiring a Project Manager for heavy civil highway and utility projects across the state. This is a strong opportunity for a Project Manager or senior APM with VDOT or other DOT experience who wants ownership of real projects with a contractor that keeps winning work. You’ll run roadway, highway and utility projects from start to finish, much of it VDOT work. Hampton Roads candidates are great, and candidates from anywhere ready to relocate are welcome.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Own project cost, schedule and profit from buyout through closeout
Build and manage the project schedule with the field team
Manage subcontractors, suppliers and purchase orders
Run monthly pay applications, cost reports and forecasts
Handle change orders and owner negotiations
Be the main contact for VDOT and owner representatives
Lead weekly project meetings and cost reviews
Work hand in hand with the superintendent on production and safety
Mentor APMs and project engineers on your team
What We’re Looking For
7+ years on heavy civil, highway or utility projects, with recent time as a PM or senior APM
VDOT or other DOT project experience strongly preferred
Proven cost, schedule and change order management
B.S. in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent field experience
HCSS HeavyJob, HeavyBid or P6 experience is a plus
Valid driver’s license
Based in Virginia or ready to relocate, relocation assistance available
Why This Role Is Worth a Conversation
Full benefits including health, dental and vision
401k with company match
Paid holidays and PTO
Family owned for 50+ years, with active work across Virginia and North Carolina
A leadership team that develops its PMs and keeps adding projects
Heavy civil work on the kind of projects that build a career.