Project Manager - Traffic Signals

POSITION SUMMARY

The Project Manager leads the full-cycle planning, coordination, and execution of civil construction projects across roadway, underground utilities, traffic signals, and concrete scopes. This role is responsible for schedule, budget, safety, and quality control while serving as the primary contact for owners, agencies, and subcontractors. The Project Manager provides direct supervision of project teams, mentors APMs and Coordinators, and ensures project delivery aligns with contract requirements and company standards.

YOUR ROLE

• Lead planning, scheduling, and execution of roadway, utility, traffic signal, and concrete projects.
• Review drawings, contracts, and specifications to ensure scope, budget, and compliance alignment.
• Develop and maintain Primavera P6 schedules; track critical path and update progress with field input.
• Supervise APMs, Superintendents, Foremen, and Coordinators to align field operations with project goals.
• Manage project budgets, earned revenue, forecasts, and costs to complete.
• Review and approve pay applications, subcontractor invoices, and change orders.
• Ensure financial entries in Spectrum and HCSS are accurate and contract-compliant.
• Support estimating and provide feedback on budgets and cost projections.
• Enforce safety standards with field leaders and Safety staff; conduct audits and incident follow-ups.
• Develop project-specific safety plans and implement corrective actions when required.
• Maintain compliance with permits and regulations (TxDOT, COSA, SAWS, CPS, TCEQ, SWPPP, ROW).
• Serve as primary contact for owners, agencies, inspectors, and subcontractors.
• Lead preconstruction meetings, and weekly schedule reviews.
• Provide proactive project updates and resolve disputes with professionalism.
• Represent the company in executive and community-level meetings.
• Mentor APMs and Coordinators in submittals, scheduling, pay apps, and cost tracking.
• Conduct evaluations and provide feedback on hiring, promotions, and performance.
• Train field leaders on documentation, scheduling, and cost control expectations.
• Support team onboarding and career development initiatives.
• Apply expertise in utilities, grading, concrete, and traffic signal construction to guide decisions.
• Monitor production, cost, and QA/QC reports; implement corrective actions as needed.
• Oversee RFI, submittal, change management, and closeout processes to meet contract standards.
• Utilize Spectrum, Procore, HCSS, Primavera P6, SharePoint, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office for project controls and reporting.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent field experience accepted.
• 5+ years of progressive project management experience in civil construction.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage multi-scope projects, and maintain owner relationships.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, Spectrum, Procore, HCSS, and related construction management software.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in forecasting, earned value, and pay applications.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership in safety culture, compliance, and regulatory engagement.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The Project Manager regularly works in both office and field environments. The role requires sitting, standing, and walking between jobsite and office settings, with occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds. Visual focus is required for reading plans, digital systems, and field observations. Work may involve exposure to outdoor conditions, construction equipment, and moderate jobsite risks.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Must be willing to travel within the State of Texas as needed, overnight or out of town stay may be required.

PRE-SCREEN

Upon offer, employees will be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen.

BENEFITS

• Best-in-class Medical & Dental Plans
• Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness, and Short-Term Disability Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Quarterly Bonuses
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement & Continued Education Programs
• Dependent Scholarship Program
• Community Engagement Opportunities
• Company Events & Quarterly State of the Company Meetings

E-Z Bel Construction, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.

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