Desilva Gates

Desilva Gates

Senior Project Manager - Heavy Civil Engineering

Sacramento, California, United States · Senior · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 158 days ago
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About the role

  • Track project progress, costs, quantities, schedules, and forecasts; communicate project status to executive management.
  • Promote a positive, professional team culture and uphold company values on every project.

Responsibilities

  • Project Leadership & Execution Lead heavy civil construction projects from start to finish ranging from $15-$100 million in value, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and within budget.
  • Review and manage changes in project scope, budget, and schedule; ensure proper job controls are in place.
  • Support estimating and preconstruction efforts, including bid reviews and development of project budgets and schedules.
  • Team Management & Collaboration Manage, mentor, and support project teams, including Project Engineers, Superintendents, and field staff.
  • Ensure timely procurement of materials and long-lead items.
  • Subcontractor & Stakeholder Management Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, inspectors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
  • Manage subcontractors to ensure performance of the full scope of their contracts.
  • Strong technical writing skills and the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
  • Ability to sit for extended periods and perform frequent walking, standing, bending, climbing, and navigating uneven terrain during site visits.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to supervise, mentor, and develop team members.

Requirements

  • If you bring deep technical expertise, strong financial acumen, and a steady hand in fast-paced environments, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management/Technology, or related field
  • or equivalent heavy civil construction experience.
  • 10+ years of progressive heavy civil experience (paving, grading, earthwork), including 7+ years in a supervisory or project leadership role.
  • Experience managing field teams and subcontractors on public and/or private works projects
  • familiarity with public agency specifications.
  • Strong knowledge of heavy civil construction means and methods (paving, earthwork, underground utilities, concrete, structures).
  • Proficiency with project management and scheduling tools (P6, Bluebeam, PlanGrid/Build, or similar).
  • Solid understanding of contracts, change management, scheduling, cost control, and standard industry practices.

Company info

  • Founded in 1932, we are an award‑winning contractor specializing in grading, paving, and construction management.
  • Our culture is rooted in safety, respect, teamwork, and clear communication, with a family‑oriented, client‑focused approach grounded in honesty and accountability.

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