WHY JOIN BALLARD MARINE CONSTRUCTION?

At Ballard, we don’t just manage projects—we build what others won’t. And you won’t be doing it alone. You’ll be backed by:

A stacked bench of technical problem-solvers obsessed with tackling tough engineering challenges
Self-performing field crews known for precision, craftsmanship, and getting it right the first time
A culture built on safety, accountability, and trust—no shortcuts, no excuses
Marine and heavy civil specialists who deliver in the most demanding environments
Innovative methods and leading-edge technology that give you the tools to outperform

The opportunity: Lead. Influence. Build the kind of work you want your name on. Do exciting, challenging, meaningful projects with a company that invests in its people—and has the testimonials to prove it.

If you're ready to bring your expertise, raise the bar, and build with a team that refuses to settle for average—let’s get to work.

Job Summary:

The Mid-Atlantic Senior Project Manager will lead major work based in Richmond, VA. This isn’t another checkbox PM role, you will take the helm on complex, high-visibility infrastructure projects with a national contractor backed by Traylor Construction that is expanding fast and taking on the kind of work others just can’t do.

The role oversees major heavy civil, marine, and underwater construction projects, providing advanced leadership in planning, estimating, technical execution, risk management, and operational excellence. This role serves as the senior estimator and project lead on complex, high-value projects, supporting the Area Manager and Operations Manager while ensuring strategic alignment with company objectives.

Ideal Candidate:

Core Attributes:

Grit and Resiliency - We dig deep to figure out how to make things happen no matter how impossible it seems. We never give up. We take on challenges that nobody else can; or will.
Comradery and Inspirational - We are a hard-working team of likeminded individuals working toward a common goal. We regularly celebrate wins and like to have fun whether at work or at play. We come together each day looking for ways to instill life and energy into the world around us.
Driven and Competitive - We love competition. We love to win and love to learn when we lose. Not getting the job done is not an option. We are obsessed to do our best and we do what it takes to win.
Trustworthy and Respectful - We are passionate about honesty, authenticity and transparency. No lies. No drama. No politics. We value constructive conflict and ensure that even in conflict we treat others with respect.
Ownership and Accountability - When something goes wrong, we first “look in the mirror” before we “look out the window”. We ask “what could I have done differently?” and then we share lessons learned. Regularly challenging ourselves and those around us to be better is a way of life. “Me first” belongs here.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree Construction Management, Construction Engineering Management, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
OSHA 30 certification preferred.

Experience:

10+ years’ experience in heavy civil, mechanical, marine, or underwater construction industries.
Professional Engineer (PE) preferred but not required.
Extensive experience in pile driving operations, including development of means and methods, oversight of installation, production tracking, quality control, and coordination with geotechnical engineers.
Demonstrated VDOT experience, including familiarity with state specifications, construction standards, permitting, and project documentation requirements.
Extensive experience managing large-scale, complex construction projects and multi-disciplinary field teams.
Advanced knowledge of construction contracts, including general/special terms and conditions.
Experience executing Design-Build, EPC, ECI, CMAR, and alternate procurement methods at a senior level.

Skills:

Expert-level proficiency with HCSS HeavyBid, Microsoft Office Suite, and advanced construction/PM software.
Demonstrated ability to lead pursuit efforts, including proposal strategy, technical submissions, schedules, and pricing.
Ability to assemble and mentor internal technical teams to support project delivery.
Formulation of technical proposals, including technical means and methods, schedules, and pricing.
Strong decision-making, communication, negotiation, and technical writing skills.

Responsibilities:

Lead project planning, including analysis of specifications, schedule development, staffing plans, and submittals.
Direct and mentor supervisory personnel, subcontractors, and field teams to ensure efficient execution and prevent delays.
Serve as the escalation point for field issues, labor concerns, and stakeholder coordination.
Collaborates with management, engineering personnel, inspectors, and suppliers to resolve construction problems and improve construction methods.
Manage project risk through proactive identification, mitigation planning, and maintenance of risk registers.
Manage scope, schedule, and cost changes through structured verification techniques.
Oversee project financials, including cost controls, subcontractor approvals, forecasting, invoicing, and reporting.
Maintain strict compliance with safety and environmental standards while promoting a strong safety culture.
Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs.
Maintains and measures project schedule by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities, resolving problems.
Controls project plan by reviewing design, specifications, and plan and schedule changes; recommending actions.
Negotiates terms of agreements, drafts contracts, and obtains permits and licenses.
Creates, maintains, and submits various reports such as the Management of Cost to Complete report, Management of Work in Progress Report, and daily reports.
Prepare and present project reports, including cost-to-complete, progress metrics, trends, and recommendations.
Responsible for overseeing the work of field engineers, project engineers, general foreman and superintendents.
Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands/Working Environment:

Working outdoors in various temperatures and conditions.
Wears various PPE (respirators, fall protection, etc.).
Will travel on various land, water, and aircraft.
Lifting, climbing, pulling, pushing, squatting for various periods of time.
Prolonged periods of time sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Ability to travel up to 75% of the year.

Salary Range:

$175K - $215K per year
Pay is commensurate with experience and qualifications

Benefits:

Ballard offers a comprehensive benefits package and provides a culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD, STD, PTO, 401K Plan with employer match, paid holidays, and so much more!!

EEO Statement:

Ballard Marine Construction, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodation will be considered for qualified individuals with a disability if it does not create undue hardship for the Company, consistent with the ADA as amended.

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