Senior Project Manager/Vice President of Operations-Heavy Civil
About this role
About the Company
Our client is a privately held, full-service heavy civil and highway construction contractor based in Wisconsin. Founded in 2006, the company has grown to approximately 200 employees and generates roughly $100 million in annual revenue.
The organization has built a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure and site development projects throughout the region. Its diverse capabilities include transportation infrastructure, large-scale site development, underground utilities, specialized civil construction, and seasonal winter services.
Core Services
• Transportation Infrastructure: WisDOT roadways, highway construction, complex intersections, and airport grading • Site Development: Commercial parks, residential subdivisions, industrial facilities, data centers, and power plants • Underground Utilities: Storm sewer, water mains, and complete utility installation • Specialty Civil Construction: Landfill cells, mine development, environmental cleanup, lake and pond dredging, and golf course shaping • Winter Services: Commercial snow removal and bulk hauling
About the Position
The Senior Project Manager / Vice President of Operations is a high-impact leadership opportunity designed for an experienced heavy civil professional who can lead major projects today and assume responsibility for the company's overall operations in the future.
Initially, the Senior Project Manager will oversee complex heavy civil projects involving mass excavation, underground utilities, DOT work, and commercial and industrial site development. The position will also provide leadership to Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and field teams.
The successful candidate will have a defined path toward becoming Vice President of Operations within approximately 12–18 months , based on performance and demonstrated readiness. In the VP role, the individual will assume responsibility for company-wide project management and field operations.
Key Responsibilities
Project & Operational Leadership
• Manage heavy civil projects from preconstruction through completion, ensuring work is delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget. • Oversee project budgets, schedules, forecasts, billing, cost controls, and profitability. • Lead Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and field crews. • Coordinate manpower, equipment, subcontractors, materials, and project resources. • Monitor project performance and take corrective action when necessary.