Sr. Project Manager

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Posillico is a multi-disciplined and diversified construction company. Along with our Civil /foundation group, Posillico's business units include Wastewater Division, Environmental Division, Utilities Division, Drilling Division, Paving Division, Posillico Consulting LLC, Posillico Developmental LLC, and Posillico Materials, LLC. These companies give Posillico the unequalled, leveraged experience required to complete complex structural and geotechnical projects successfully.

Posillico empowers a "people first, think safety" culture throughout our organization. This "people first" culture has helped to promote and maintain an excellent record of accomplishment. Posillico has an exceptional safety program coupled with proactive employees throughout its management and union staff. We offer all employees an excellent opportunity to be part of our developing business at Posillico, as we set the standards for excellence in the construction industry with our integrated solutions.

Our company mission is to complete all our projects safely, on time, on target and on budget while having a positive impact in the community.

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Position Summary

Posillico Civil is seeking an experienced Sr. Project Manager to lead large-scale horizontal and heavy-civil construction projects. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of experience managing civil infrastructure projects valued at $50 million or more. The Sr. Project Manager is fully responsible for project execution, schedule, cost, and safety performance, overseeing all phases from startup through final closeout.

Responsibilities

• Lead the assigned project from inception to completion, reporting to the Project Executive or Regional Director.
• Lead by example and motivate the team to maintain a high level of performance, accountability, and professionalism across all project functions.
• Direct and manage the project team, coordinating closely with Safety, Quality Control (QC), and Cost Control departments.
• Maintain full accountability for schedule, budget, safety, and overall project performance.
• Understand and interpret contract requirements, ensuring compliance and identifying potential changes or claims early.
• Proactively communicate with the owner regarding project status, potential impacts, and prepare formal correspondence or letters when required to protect company interests.
• Ensure correspondence logs (RFIs, Submittals, Transmittals, etc.) are accurately maintained and updated on time to support project documentation and accountability.
• Review and evaluate project costs weekly, identifying variances and taking corrective action to maintain financial targets.
• Oversee long-lead items, ensuring timely procurement and efficient delivery schedules to support uninterrupted operations.
• Review, understand, and enforce all requirements of subcontracts and purchase orders, ensuring vendors and subcontractors perform in accordance with contractual obligations, scope, and schedule.
• Manage project buyout, subcontracting, and procurement while meeting all applicable contract requirements (DBE, Buy America, set-asides).
• Coordinate with clients, agencies, and stakeholders to ensure alignment and satisfaction.
• Supervise construction operations, environmental compliance, and quality assurance.
• Ensure adherence to documentation standards, cost tracking, and change management procedures.
• Enforce OSHA and company safety requirements, including AHAs, daily toolbox talks, and the use of company-adopted tools such as Procore Inspections and Arrowsight camera systems to monitor compliance and performance.
• Monitor quantities and costs, identify extra or non-contract work, and coordinate timely approvals.
• Lead weekly internal coordination meetings, owner progress meetings, and monthly executive reviews covering schedule, cost, risk, safety, and key action items.
• In charge of monthly billings to the owner, ensuring timely and accurate preparation, submission, and tracking of pay applications.
• Lead monthly financial reviews, cost reporting, and invoicing.
• Foster a culture of accountability, efficiency, motivation, and safety across all project operations.

Qualifications

• Able to pass a background clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field; P.E. license or advanced degree is a plus but not required.
• 15+ years managing heavy civil infrastructure projects valued at $50M+, preferably with TxDOT.
• Proven record of delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, Primavera P6, and construction management software.
• Experience with Heavy Job, Heavy Bid, Viewpoint, and Procore preferred.
• OSHA 30-hour certification required.
• Ability to reside in or travel throughout the Houston area as project needs require.

Reports to Project Executive and/or Division Manager

Business Unit Texas Division

Location Houston, TX
Equal Employment Opportunity
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