Construction Project Manager - Columbus, OH
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United States · Ohio, USA · Columbus, OH, USA
Posted on Apr 15, 2026
Position Summary
We are looking for a Construction Project Manager for a large-scale civil infrastructure project in Columbus, OH. This is a major open trench build (12 ft depth) supporting data center connectivity.
The Project Manager owns project scope, schedule, and budget for heavy civil construction. Coordinates across field crews, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders. Manages resource planning, status reporting, and quality standards. Leads vendor and contractor relationships. Ensures safety, timeline, and deliverable compliance on a fast-moving, large-footprint jobsite.
Must-Haves
We are looking for a Construction Project Manager for a large-scale civil infrastructure project in Columbus, OH. This is a major open trench build (12 ft depth) supporting data center connectivity.
The Project Manager owns project scope, schedule, and budget for heavy civil construction. Coordinates across field crews, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders. Manages resource planning, status reporting, and quality standards. Leads vendor and contractor relationships. Ensures safety, timeline, and deliverable compliance on a fast-moving, large-footprint jobsite.
Must-Haves
- 5+ years managing civil construction or heavy infrastructure projects
- Deep understanding of open trench, underground utilities, or similar earthwork operations
- Experience managing large crews, heavy equipment, and subcontractors in the field
- Ability to read and manage site plans, schedules, and budgets
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- High school diploma or GED minimum; bachelor's preferred (construction management, engineering, or related)
- Came up through the field as an operator, foreman, or superintendent before moving into PM
- Telecom or broadband infrastructure experience
- PMP certification
- Experience with data center or mission-critical facility builds
- Familiarity with SQL, MS Excel, Visio, Google Earth for project tracking