Ft. Myers, FL - Civil Project Manager

POSITION SUMMARY: The Site/Civil Project Manager oversees all planning, coordination, and execution of civil construction activities, including site preparation, excavation, earthwork, utilities, stormwater systems, foundations, and related civil scopes. This role manages project budgets, schedules, safety performance, quality control, subcontractor coordination, and client communication for civil-focused projects or civil phases of larger building projects. The Site/Civil Project Manager works closely with superintendents, engineers, project owners, design teams, and municipal agencies to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of all civil work. The PM is accountable for financial performance, change management, documentation accuracy, and high-quality project outcomes that reflect O-A-K standards. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES: -Manage the full lifecycle of civil and sitework projects, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations. -Lead the development of project plans, preconstruction coordination, permitting requirements, and subcontractor procurement for earthwork, utilities, drainage systems, excavation support, and related packages. Maintain complete project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, daily reporting, and cost tracking. -Oversee the preparation and maintenance of schedules and coordinate closely with the Civil Superintendent to ensure accurate sequencing and field readiness. - Manage contract compliance, pay applications, and project closeout including as-built documentation, testing records, and warranties. -Manage job closeout by coordinating warranties, turnover materials, punch lists, final payments, retention release, and reconciliation with accounting. Cross-Functional Coordination -Work closely with the Civil Superintendent to align field operations with engineering requirements, plans, and specifications. -Review civil drawings, geotechnical reports, surveys, and utility plans to confirm constructability and field accuracy. -Resolve conflicts related to grades, utility routing, soil conditions, tie-ins, and stormwater requirements. Coordinate testing services, inspections, environmental controls, and regulatory compliance. -Support material procurement, equipment planning, and logistical coordination needed for safe and efficient field execution. Cost & Financial Management -Develop and manage project budgets, cost forecasts, and projections for all civil scopes. -Monitor costs related to labor, materials, equipment, trucking, and subcontractors and proactively address variances. -Evaluate civil subcontractor proposals, negotiate pricing, and support award recommendations. -Process change orders, analyze cost impacts, and communicate financial implications to leadership. -Ensure accurate and timely billing, review subcontractor pay applications, and support strong cash flow practices. Client & Stakeholder Relations -Serve as a primary point of contact for owners, engineers, inspectors, utility companies, municipal agencies, and project stakeholders. -Communicate progress updates, schedule impacts, risks, and solutions with clarity and professionalism. -Participate in project meetings, coordinate responses to design questions, and maintain strong working relationships through transparency and proactive engagement. -Support O-A-K's commitment to high-quality service and client satisfaction across all civil project phases. Safety & Risk Management -Ensure all civil field activities comply with O-A-K safety programs, OSHA requirements, trenching and excavation standards, and environmental regulations. -Support the Civil Superintendent and Safety Director by identifying hazards, leading safety discussions, and reinforcing best practices related to excavation, underground utilities, and heavy equipment operations. -Monitor erosion control measures, stormwater compliance, dewatering operations, and environmental protection requirements. SITE/CIVIL PROJECT MANAGER SUPERVISION RECEIVED -General Supervision. Functions independently within established objectives, policies, and procedures. -Receives direction primarily on long-term goals, priorities, and strategic matters. Consults with leadership as needed on critical issues. SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES Informal Supervision. Provides task coordination, training support, and guidance to project engineers, interns, and administrative staff without formal responsibility for performance management or discipline. EDUCATIONAL & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS -A bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is preferred. -Equivalent experience in civil construction, sitework, or underground utilities will be considered. -Three to five years of experience managing civil, sitework, or underground utility projects is required, with proven ability to lead below-grade scopes from planning through closeout. -Demonstrated proficiency in reading civil plans, utility drawings, grading plans, and geotechnical reports is essential. -Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, GPS-enabled equipment systems, and Microsoft Office is preferred. -Valid driver's license. -OSHA 30 -Florida DEP Stormwater Management Inspector -Excavation and Trench Safety Certification -FDOT Advanced MOT Certification O-A-K is an equal opportunity, at-will employer, and will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment. O-A-K does not discriminate on the basis of race, including but not limited to hair texture or style, culture, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, socio-economic status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics as required by law. Base pay is positioned within the beginning salary range based on several factors including a candidate's knowledge, skills and experience with consideration given to internal equity. Candidates that accept an offer of employment must undergo and pass pre-employment testing including a drug and background screen. How to Apply: To apply for this position, visit our career page

Created: 2026-03-04