Construction Project Manager II

1w1 week ago

Heidelberg Materials

US · Full-time · $107,480 – $143,307

About this role

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials, operating over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees. The Construction Project Manager II owns execution of construction projects valued at $5M–$25M from handoff after bid award through closeout. This includes subcontract development, subcontractor onboarding, and full project administration.

Manage overall project financial performance by overseeing budgets, cost controls, forecasting, backcharges, and change orders to deliver projects at or near budget. Lead field and resource coordination with Superintendents and colleagues to plan manpower, equipment, and work sequencing. Track progress, communicate status, and resolve issues to keep projects moving forward.

Serve as the primary point of contact with PennDOT, maintaining daily interaction with owners and inspectors. Submit and update progress schedules, negotiate change orders and time extensions, and resolve scope discrepancies. Balance office and field leadership approximately 50/50 to align work with contract requirements and prevent unapproved work.

This role operates in a professional office environment with regular collaboration across teams and occasional travel to project sites. Heidelberg Materials values flexibility, inclusion, and a safety-first mindset. Employees enjoy participation in an annual incentive plan and comprehensive benefits programs.

Requirements

3-5 years of experience managing heavy highway projects
High School Diploma
Direct engineering experience preferred
Computer proficiency
Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software
Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Responsibilities

Own execution of construction projects ($5M–$25M) from handoff after bid award through closeout, including subcontract development, subcontractor onboarding, and full project administration
Manage overall project financial performance, overseeing budgets, cost controls, forecasting, backcharges, and change orders to ensure projects are delivered at or near budget
Lead field and resource coordination, working closely with Superintendents and colleagues to plan and allocate manpower, equipment, and sequencing of work
Track progress, communicate status, and resolve issues to keep projects moving forward
Serve as the primary point of contact with PennDOT, maintaining daily interaction with owners and inspectors
Submit and update progress schedules, negotiate change orders and time extensions, and resolve scope discrepancies
Balance office and field leadership (≈50/50) to ensure work aligns with contract requirements and prevent unapproved or uncompensated work

Benefits

Participation in annual incentive plan
401(k) retirement savings plan with automatic company contribution and matching contributions
Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
Health Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays