Position Summary

Cardinal Civil Contracting is a heavy civil and site development contractor and part of Cardinal Infrastructure Group (Nasdaq: CDNL), a publicly traded infrastructure company with operations across the Carolinas and Atlanta metro and expansion underway into Florida, Georgia, and Alabama.

Cardinal Civil Contracting is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead civil construction projects from pre-construction through closeout. This role is responsible for overall project planning, coordination, budgeting, scheduling, and execution to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. Projects span residential, commercial and industrial, and public work.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution

Lead civil construction projects from pre-construction through closeout, managing all phases including planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout
Manage projects across all self-perform divisions, coordinating with each division’s superintendents
Develop and maintain project schedules; track project progress and prepare reports for management and clients
Identify project risks, resolve issues, and implement mitigation strategies
Participate in estimate-to-operations turnover and preconstruction meetings to understand bid assumptions, scope, and production rates
Coordinate with superintendents and foremen on look-ahead schedules, manpower, equipment, and material needs
Lead project closeout, including punch lists, as-builts, final inspections and acceptance, and warranty documentation

Financial & Contract Management

Develop and maintain project budgets, cost reports, and forecasts
Review contracts, plans, and specifications to ensure compliance
Notify Purchasing of awarded projects, review vendor comparisons, and select vendors; Purchasing issues POs and orders materials
Manage change orders, RFIs, and project documentation
Prepare monthly pay applications and owner billings; review job cost and cost-to-complete / WIP reports with leadership

Client & Stakeholder Coordination

Coordinate with owners, engineers, inspectors, subcontractors, and internal teams
Serve as primary point of contact for owners, developers, and GCs. Review estimates for existing client accounts and submit proposals to the customer
Coordinate permits, utility locates, and municipal / DOT inspections with the appropriate agencies

Professional Conduct & Development

Continuously improve through education, professional training, and certification
Represent the company in a manner that supports our mission statement
Treat co-workers and clients with respect, and communicate with honesty, openness, and transparency
Act with integrity (honor your word), set the example, and be accountable

Safety & Compliance

Model and enforce Cardinal’s safety program; ensure compliance with safety standards, quality requirements, and company policies; lead or attend site safety meetings and participate in incident investigations
Comply with company policies, OSHA regulations, local municipal and NCDOT / environmental / erosion control requirements applicable to the role

Supervisory Responsibilities

Train adequate backup personnel to support the role in your absence, and take ownership of hiring decisions
Directly supervises employees (e.g., Project Engineers, Assistant PMs). Responsible for training and participating in performance reviews

Other related duties as assigned

Required Skills, Competencies, Education & Experience

Demonstrated strong work ethic, integrity, and honesty
3+ years of project management experience in civil construction
Strong understanding of construction methods, scheduling, and cost control
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
Working knowledge of job costing, change order pricing, pay applications, and cost-to-complete forecasting
Proficiency with project management software (e.g., AGTEK, Bid2Win, or similar); HCSS HeavyJob / HeavyBid and Microsoft 365
Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites as needed; acceptable driving record for company vehicle use

Preferred Skills, Competencies, Education & Experience

Experience managing site development, utilities, earthwork, or roadway construction projects
Familiarity with local and state construction regulations
Established relationships with owners, engineers, and subcontractors in the Charlotte market
Experience managing self-perform crews (utilities, retaining walls, grading, drilling and blasting)

Physical Demands

Regularly walk active job sites on uneven terrain, climb in and out of trucks and equipment, and stand for extended periods; occasionally lift up to 25 lbs
Perform extended computer work for scheduling, cost reporting, and project documentation

Work Environment

Combination of office environment and active construction sites
Exposure to outdoor weather, heat, noise, dust, and moving equipment on job sites. Required PPE is provided and must be worn on all sites
Schedule: standard hours with early starts, extended hours, or weekends as project needs require

What We Offer

Competitive salary based on experience
Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match; paid time off and holidays
Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
Company cell phone
Opportunities for growth within a growing company
A collaborative, team-oriented work environment

Cardinal Civil Contracting, LLC

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