Civil Project Manager

CLIENT SUMMARY

Sargent Corporation is a 100% employee-owned civil construction company with a rich history of building complex infrastructure throughout the Eastern United States. With around 550 team members, Sargent specializes in heavy civil earthwork projects across various jobs including landfills, airports, and large industrial sites.

The Greensboro region is one of Sargents newest key growth areas. Launched in 2023 and backed by the full resources and culture of the Maine-based company, the office is blazing a trail of growth opportunity for Sargent. As a Support Center for the field, the Greensboro office is tackling challenges and embarking on this journey together. Come join the team and impact the business and the lives of those you work with!

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Sargent is actively hiring for a Civil Project Manager to lead projects and help build the operational foundation in the Greensboro region. This person will split project load with an existing PM and oversee 35 active jobs within about a 70-mile radius. Typical projects include landfill expansions, FAA airport work, and large-scale industrial sites.

This role is a fit for someone with strong field understanding and business acumen, who thrives in a fast-paced, less-defined systems environment. The PM will have a seat at the table for strategic discussions and will help build systems that enable growth. Theyll manage schedules, budgets, and documentation, while also mentoring others and representing Sargents values on the job sites and with customers.

This is an ideal opportunity for a high-character leader looking to pursue purpose in building while faithfully stewarding the Sargent legacy and resources entrusted to you.

POSITION KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead project planning, execution, and closeout on 35 active civil projects
• Serve as the primary point of contact with clients, trade partners, and internal teams.
• Partner with Superintendents to support and coordinate field operations.
• Maintain project financials including budgets, forecasts, and pay requisitions.
• Develop and manage schedules and procurement workflows.
• Contribute to systems and process development for the growing NC office.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with estimating, fleet, and executive teams.
• Mentor junior team members and foster strong site culture.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE NEEDED

• 35+ years of civil construction experience in project management or as an APM.
• Background in heavy civil, landfill, airport, or industrial projects preferred.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with ability to create structure and improve processes.
• Familiarity with scheduling and project tools (Excel, Microsoft Project; Scheduling or PM Software a plus).
• Comfortable wearing multiple hats in a smaller, fast-growing office.
• Ability to commute daily to job sites (no extensive overnight travel required).
• Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering preferred; not required.