About the Role
Vader-Rey Recruiting is working with an established industrial, commercial, power, and federal contractor to find an experienced Civil Construction Project Manager based in Kemah, Texas.
This is an office-based role responsible for leading civil construction projects from planning through closeout while coordinating with field teams, subcontractors, clients, engineers, inspectors, and other project stakeholders.
The company’s civil construction work includes site excavation and clearing, stabilization, concrete paving, detention and retention ponds, retaining walls, structural foundations, underground utilities, and metal buildings. Projects are located throughout the Texas Gulf Coast, from Corpus Christi to Port Arthur.
Key Responsibilities
- Set project priorities and provide clear direction to superintendents, subcontractors, and project team members.
- Build and manage project schedules, budgets, resource plans, and key milestones using project management software.
- Coordinate with field teams to anticipate project needs, remove obstacles, and keep work progressing.
- Hold subcontractors and vendors accountable for scope, schedule, safety, quality, and project commitments.
- Track project costs and progress, identify risks early, and take action to protect budgets and completion dates.
- Lead communication with clients, engineers, inspectors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
- Review plans and specifications with field teams and help resolve conflicts before they disrupt construction.
- Support and develop project team members through clear expectations, feedback, and practical problem-solving.
- Maintain organized project records, communicate changes, and drive projects through successful closeout.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience managing civil construction projects, preferably within the power and commercial sectors.
- Experience leading superintendents, field teams, and subcontractors through multiple phases of construction.
- Strong knowledge of civil sitework and infrastructure construction.
- Demonstrated ownership of project budgets, schedules, client communication, and overall project delivery.
- Ability to make decisions, address performance issues, and maintain team accountability while building strong client relationships.
- Working knowledge of construction safety and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred.
Location
Kemah, Texas
Employment Type
Full-Time
Compensation
$120,000–$140,000 DOE, depending on experience.
Office-Based Position
Projects serve the Texas Gulf Coast, from Corpus Christi to Port Arthur.
Interested in This Opportunity?
If your experience aligns with this opportunity, we’d like to hear from you. Submit your information to Vader-Rey Recruiting to be considered for this position.