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Project Manager

Luster National
Washington, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 22 Aug 2025
💰 $190,000/yr($148,000/yr$190,000/yr)

About the role

About the Positions 

We’re seeking Project Managers at various levels to support large, heavy-civil infrastructure programs—including highways, roads, bridges, transit (including rail and bus), and airport projects delivered through both traditional and alternative methods. You will provide technical and managerial leadership and be responsible for ensuring the successful execution of projects from inception to completion, managing resources, budgets, schedules, and quality standards. 

This posting is for future roles and not for a specific opportunity that is available right now. We accept applications and conduct interviews in advance of upcoming hiring needs. When a candidate is selected, their profile is activated in our talent pool for this specialty area. We notify our talent pool candidates first whenever we have a project need. This posting targets Washington DC.  

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

  • Provide project leadership through all stages of design, procurement, construction, and closeout. 
  • Oversee schedule, scope, budget, and risk management activities for multiple task orders simultaneously. 
  • Collaborate with program and project controls staff to develop and track cost forecasts, schedules, and earned value metrics. 
  • Coordinate effectively with internal departments, consultants, contractors, and third-party stakeholders to keep projects aligned and on track. 
  • Prepare and deliver clear reporting materials, including status updates, risk logs, and resource forecasts. 
  • Support commissioning, operations readiness, and transition-to-maintenance planning. 
  • Ensure projects comply with applicable codes, environmental requirements, quality standards, and safety protocols. 

Attributes 

  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. 
  • Excellent multitasking and organizational skills. 
  • Collaborative mindset that fosters teamwork, trust, and positive relationships. 
  • Natural curiosity, problem-solving abilities, and a passion for continuous improvement. 

Minimum Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.  
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in project management for heavy civil infrastructure projects. 
  • Proven experience coordinating a project management team and providing appropriate levels of support, coaching, and influence.  
  • Experience with industry standard project and construction management software (e.g., Primavera P6, TILOS, MS Project, Bluebeam, RSMeans, etc.).  
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365 (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). 

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Master’s degree in construction management, engineering, or architecture. 
  • Experience with large (>$500M), complex, heavy-civil infrastructure projects that include highways, roads, bridges, transit (including rail and bus), and/or airport projects. 
  • Experience delivering projects through both traditional and alternative methods (e.g., DB, CM/GC, P3). 
  • Experience in project management roles supporting owners.  
  • CCM, PMP, PE, or AIA certification, licensure, or registration, as applicable. 

Compensation Details 

The salary range listed for this role is $150k-$190k/year ($74-$94/hour). The final salary

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