Denver, CO
Full-Time Regular
201282

Peterson Consulting Group is actively hiring a Construction Project Manager in the Denver area to support complex heavy civil and infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for a Project Manager who understands how civil work is executed in the field and can successfully lead projects from preconstruction through close-out, while managing cost, schedule, risk, and stakeholder expectations.

This opportunity is well-suited for a leader who can partner with field leadership, manage subcontractors and vendors, and drive results on DOT, municipal, and private infrastructure projects involving wet utilities, earthwork, and civil construction scopes.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead project teams while upholding company values, culture, and operational standards

  • Develop and manage project execution plans, schedules, work orders, and performance benchmarks

  • Maintain full financial ownership of projects, including budgeting, cost control, forecasting, and revenue tracking

  • Coordinate procurement activities, subcontractor buyout, and material purchasing to optimize cost and schedule

  • Oversee construction progress to ensure compliance with budget, schedule, quality, and safety requirements

  • Serve as the primary point of contact between owners, engineers, inspectors, subcontractors, and vendors

  • Manage contracts, change orders, revisions, and scope adjustments throughout the project lifecycle

  • Oversee project documentation including submittals, RFIs, transmittals, pay applications, and close-out packages

  • Conduct jobsite walks and partner with superintendents to enforce safety and quality standards

  • Monitor production and provide real-time feedback to field leadership and crews

Essential Duties

  • Develop and maintain the Project Work Order (PWO) and overall project schedule

  • Obtain required permits, licenses, and regulatory approvals

  • Lead preconstruction meetings, project kickoffs, and owner updates

  • Manage subcontractor agreements and ensure compliance with contract terms

  • Review and approve timecards, supplier invoices, and change orders

  • Manage project billing, cost tracking, and revenue projections

  • Support continuous improvement efforts and ongoing professional development

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (preferred) or equivalent experience

  • 5+ years of experience in heavy civil construction project management

  • Experience managing wet utilities, earthwork, and infrastructure scopes

  • Strong financial acumen and contract management experience

  • Proficiency with construction management and estimating software (e.g., Viewpoint, HeavyBid) and Microsoft Office

  • PMP, CCM, OSHA, or similar certifications are a plus

  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Why Join This Team

  • Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Flexible Time Off (FTO)

  • 401(k) retirement plan

  • Longevity bonuses that reward long-term commitment

Equal Employment Opportunity

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.