Project Manager – Heavy Civil Construction, Solar

Granite Construction

. Lead project strategy, startup, planning, execution, and closeout for larger or more complex assignments .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeMidland • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $121,754 - $182,631 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex construction projects, including financial management, scheduling, risk assessment, and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in applying advanced construction methods and managing project controls to ensure successful project outcomes.

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Project ManagementFinancial Performance ManagementRisk ManagementLeadership and Team DevelopmentAdvanced Construction Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Construction Project ManagementCost ManagementSchedulingContract AdministrationField CoordinationChange ManagementPerformance AnalysisResource ManagementRisk AssessmentHeavy Civil Construction Methods

Soft Skills

Executive CommunicationNegotiationOrganizational SkillsInfluencing StakeholdersAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

HCSS SoftwareHeavyJobTrimbleTopconTrimble Business Center

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Civil EngineeringConstruction ManagementBusiness Administration

Industry Keywords

Heavy Civil ConstructionUtility-Scale SolarWind EnergyBESSSubstationsEarthworkMass GradingPavingUnderground UtilitiesSite Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead project strategy, startup, planning, execution, and closeout for larger or more complex assignments
Set standards for safe, efficient, and productive project operations
Direct project teams and partners to align labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and resources
Establish expectations, decision-making processes, communication, and accountability across the project organization
Own project budgets, costs, revenue, quantities, productivity, cash flow, financial forecasts, profitability, and overall financial outcomes
Analyze performance and lead timely action on trends, risks, and opportunities
Maintain accurate performance information and implement corrective actions with field teams and project controls
Develop and manage project schedules, milestones, recovery plans, and resource strategies
Administer prime contracts, plans, specifications, scope, subcontracts, and commercial obligations
Manage cost, schedule, contractual, operational, and stakeholder risks
Lead change management, claims preparation, and documentation for changes, delays, impacts, and significant project events
Develop recovery and mitigation strategies and resolve issues independently
Lead relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, agencies, designers, inspectors, and other stakeholders
Provide executive-level communication regarding project status, financial performance, risks, issues, and decisions
Lead subcontractor strategy, negotiations, performance management, and contractual compliance
Represent Granite in complex project discussions and strengthen long-term client relationships
Coach and develop Project Managers, Project Engineers, and assigned project personnel
Build project organizations, delegate authority, and maintain accountability for results
Support estimating, bid reviews, risk assessment, execution planning, project handoffs, and preconstruction activities
Apply lessons learned and mentor teams to improve estimating, operational, and commercial performance
Maintain regular presence at active construction sites and travel between project locations as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent relevant construction experience
Five (5) to ten (10) years of progressively responsible construction/project experience, preferably in heavy civil construction
Demonstrated experience independently leading complex construction projects, including financial performance, scheduling, contracts, risk management, field coordination, subcontractors, client relationships, and project teams
Advanced working knowledge of heavy civil construction means, methods, sequencing, and field operations
Ability to lead management of plans, specifications, contracts, budgets, schedules, and project controls on complex assignments
Advanced understanding of cost management, forecasting, cash flow, production tracking, and project financial performance
Ability to anticipate significant risk, evaluate commercial and operational options, and make sound, timely decisions
Proven leadership, executive communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
Ability to influence and align field teams, clients, subcontractors, partners, and senior stakeholders
Ability to lead multiple priorities and complex issues with strong attention to documentation, commitments, and follow-through
Valid driver's license and ability to drive
Ability to comply with Granite safety initiatives and requirements
Ability to abide by Granite's Code of Conduct on a daily basis
Experience with earthwork/mass grading, paving, underground utilities, concrete, drainage, aggregate surfacing, or large-scale site development preferred
Civil experience supporting utility-scale solar, wind, BESS, or substations preferred
Experience with HCSS software, including HeavyJob, preferred
Familiarity with Trimble, Topcon, or comparable GPS/GNSS machine-control systems
Experience with Trimble Business Center or similar software beneficial but not required
Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid holidays
Sick leave
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending plans
Musculoskeletal health programs
Mental wellness programs
Two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross
100% of the premium paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents for the most popular PPO plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401(k) plan with 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation deferred by salaried employees
Immediate vesting of 401(k) match