Project Manager — Site Development / Public Works – 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. 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 — planning, execution, tracking, and closeout.

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

• Prepare, monitor, and manage project documentation, submittals, RFIs, and billing.

Team Management

• Coach, motivate, and develop crews to achieve high levels of performance.

• Foster a culture of accountability, communication, and teamwork.

• Coordinate closely with superintendents and field leaders to ensure seamless operations.

Financial & Risk Management

• Manage project financials with full P&L responsibility.

• Forecast profitability and ensure projects meet or exceed budget expectations.

• Identify risks, implement corrective actions, and maintain production flow.

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 problem-solving.

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 and experience managing project forecasting and 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 and mentor team members.

• Urgency in problem solving and commitment to continuous improvement.

• High level of organization and attention to detail.

• Confident, professional, and proactive communicator.

How You’ll Measure Success

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

• Accurate forecasting and achievement of profitability targets.

• High-quality documentation, submittals, and billing accuracy.

• Strong client satisfaction and repeat business.

• Demonstrated leadership and team development.

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 — Earn additional bonuses when projects outperform budgets.

• Annual Company Profit Sharing — Company-wide incentives once annual goals are achieved.

• Monthly Safety Bonus — Earned when the company is 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).

• 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 recommended per week).

Important Notice Regarding Agencies

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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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