Project Manager – Heavy Highway Construction

Job Title

Project Manager – Heavy Highway Construction

Location

Freeport, IL (On-site)

Client

Helm Group

Website

https://www.helmgroup.com

Salary

$75,000 – $100,000 annually

About the Client

Helm Group is one of the nation's leading construction companies, providing mechanical, electrical, civil, plumbing, and specialty contracting services. Its Heavy Civil Division delivers roadway, utility, and infrastructure projects throughout the Midwest, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and innovation.

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced Project Manager – Heavy Highway Construction to lead heavy civil infrastructure projects from planning through completion. This role is responsible for managing project budgets, schedules, field operations, subcontractors, and client relationships while ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

Responsibilities

Manage heavy highway construction projects from award through closeout.

Oversee project budgets, schedules, forecasting, and financial performance.

Coordinate earthwork, grading, excavation, underground utilities, and roadway construction activities.

Review plans, contracts, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.

Coordinate with owners, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and field teams.

Ensure projects meet safety, quality, and contract requirements.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of project management experience in heavy highway construction.

Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).

Strong experience with earthwork, grading, excavation, underground utilities, and roadway construction.

Experience managing project budgets, schedules, and contract administration.

Ability to read construction drawings and specifications.

Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites.

Ideal Candidate

An experienced Heavy Highway Project Manager with a strong background in civil infrastructure projects who can successfully manage budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and field operations while delivering complex roadway and utility projects safely and efficiently.

Simple Explanation of the Job

You'll manage heavy highway construction projects involving earthwork, utilities, grading, and roadway construction. You'll oversee budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and field teams to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

Screening Questions

Do you have at least 5 years of project management experience in heavy highway construction? (Yes/No)

Have you managed projects involving earthwork, grading, excavation, underground utilities, or roadway construction? (Yes/No)

Do you have experience managing project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and contract administration? (Yes/No)

Are you able to work on-site in Freeport, IL and travel to project sites as needed? (Yes/No)