Project Manager- Site Development / Public Works - Jacksonville

Project Manager � Site Development / Public Works

Location: Jacksonville, FL
Employment Type: Full-Time

At Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc., we don�t just build infrastructure � we build life-changing infrastructure. As a privately owned, employee-owned civil contracting firm, we perform work across public and private markets, specializing in site development, underground utilities, roadway, and water/wastewater treatment plant construction throughout the Southeast.

We�re seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Jacksonville team. This role is ideal for a driven, entrepreneurial-minded leader who thrives on ownership, accountability, and delivering exceptional results. At Petticoat-Schmitt, Project Managers run their projects like a business � with full financial transparency, responsibility, and support.

An Exciting Career Opportunity

We empower our Project Managers to lead with autonomy, make decisions that matter, and directly impact the company�s growth and success. You�ll run complex projects, coach high-performing teams, and build lasting relationships with clients and partners.

If you�re committed to excellence, eager to grow, and ready to lead with integrity, this is the place for you.

What You�ll Do

Project Leadership

• Lead all phases of project delivery, including planning, execution, tracking, and closeout

• Maintain full ownership of project schedules, budgets, forecasting, and overall performance

• Prepare, monitor, and manage project documentation including submittals, RFIs, change management, and billing

Team Leadership

• Coach, motivate, and develop superintendents, engineers, and field teams

• Foster a culture of accountability, communication, and teamwork

• Coordinate closely with field leadership to ensure seamless operations and production flow

Financial & Risk Management

• Manage project financials with full profit-and-loss responsibility

• Forecast profitability and ensure projects meet or exceed budget expectations

• Identify risks early, implement corrective actions, and proactively solve problems

Client & Partner Engagement

• Represent Petticoat-Schmitt with integrity and professionalism

• Build strong relationships with clients, vendors, inspectors, and subcontractors

• Protect company interests through clear communication and proactive issue resolution

What We�re Looking For

Experience & Qualifications

• 4+ years of project management experience in civil construction (site development, underground utilities, or public works)

• Proven success managing self-perform civil projects, including labor, materials, equipment, and financial performance

• Strong financial acumen with experience forecasting and managing project profitability

• Proficiency with project management software such as Primavera P6, Bluebeam, HCSS, Procore/Prolog, or similar

Skills & Attributes

• Strong leadership, communication, and critical-thinking skills

• Ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members

• Sense of urgency in problem-solving and decision-making

• High level of organization, accountability, and attention to detail

• Confident, professional, and proactive communicator

How You�ll Measure Success

• Projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget

• Forecasts are accurate and profitability targets are achieved

• Documentation, submittals, and billing are timely and accurate

• Clients are satisfied and repeat business is generated

• Teams are developed, engaged, and performing at a high level

You�ll Love It Here If You Live Our A.C.T. Values

Accountability � Safety first, clear expectations, ownership of outcomes
Character � Integrity, respect, trustworthiness, humility � no jerks allowed
Team � Shared goals, servant leadership, developing others, determination to win

Why Petticoat-Schmitt?

Compensation & Incentives

• Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives

• Project Savings Incentive � additional bonus potential when projects outperform budgets

• Annual Company Profit Sharing � company-wide incentives once annual goals are achieved

• Monthly Safety Bonus when the company goes recordable-incident free

Benefits

• Unlimited Paid Time Off (for salaried positions)

• 6 Paid Holidays

• Comprehensive Health Coverage Options, including a 100% company-paid High Deductible Health Plan (employee-only coverage)

• Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and Accident Coverage

• Up to $50,000 employer-paid life insurance

• 401(k) with 100% match on the first 4%

• Company vehicle and fuel card (for business use)

• Cell phone allowance

• Training, development, and leadership advancement opportunities

Location

• Office: Jacksonville, FL (~80% of workweek)

• Projects: Throughout Northeast Florida (1�2 site visits per week recommended)

Staffing Agency Disclaimer

Petticoat-Schmitt will not accept unsolicited r�sum�s from any sources other than directly from a candidate. Any agency or third-party r�sum� submissions will be considered unsolicited and the property of Petticoat-Schmitt. Petticoat-Schmitt will not pay any placement or referral fees for such submissions.

Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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