Assistant Project Manager, Heavy Civil / VDOT
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Fredericksburg, VA · Posted November 6, 2026
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About the job
Assistant Project Manager, Heavy Civil / VDOT
Location: Fredericksburg, 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 an Assistant Project Manager for heavy civil highway and utility projects across the state. This is a strong opportunity for a Project Engineer, Field Engineer or current APM with DOT experience who wants a real path to running their own projects. You’ll work alongside a senior PM on roadway, highway and utility work, much of it VDOT. Fredericksburg and Northern Virginia candidates are great, and candidates from anywhere ready to relocate are welcome.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Drive submittals, RFIs and procurement so field crews stay ahead of the work
Coordinate subcontractors and supplier purchase orders
Track quantities, production and cost against budget
Prepare monthly pay applications and cost projections
Support schedule updates and change management
Work with VDOT inspectors and owner representatives
Keep project documentation clean and current
Take part in weekly schedule and cost reviews with the project team
Support a strong jobsite safety culture
What We’re Looking For
3+ years on heavy civil, highway or utility projects as a Field Engineer, Project Engineer or APM
VDOT or other DOT project experience strongly preferred
Working knowledge of scheduling and cost tracking
B.S. in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent field experience
HeavyJob, Bluebeam 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 defined path to Project Manager on a team where the PMs came up the same way
Heavy civil work on the kind of projects that build a career.