SR Project Manager- Heavy CIvil/Highway in Temple, Texas at Sterling Construction Company, Inc.

Ralph L Wadsworth is looking for a SR Level Project Manager to join their team in Temple, Texas.

For over 50 years, Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction has delivered complex infrastructure and heavy civil projects across the Western United States. From transportation and industrial facilities to mission-critical and energy infrastructure, RLW is known for tackling challenging work with precision, grit, and integrity.

We don’t just build projects — we build long-term careers. Our teams take ownership, solve hard problems, and lead from the front.

At RLW, a Senior Project Manager isn’t buried in paperwork — you are the driver of the job.

You will:

1. Own the P&L
2. Lead high-impact, technically complex projects
3. Influence strategy and client relationships
4. Build and mentor strong field and office teams
5. Work alongside executives who value decisive leadership

If you thrive in fast-paced, high-expectation environments and enjoy leading large, complex builds — this is your seat at the table.

The Senior Project Manager provides overall leadership and direction for large, complex industrial, commercial, or mission-critical projects (airports, data centers, refineries, power plants, etc.)This role carries full responsibility for safety, quality, schedule, budget, and client satisfaction — from preconstruction through close-out.

1. Lead overall project execution in partnership with the Superintendent
2. Full P&L responsibility including forecasting, cost control, and profitability
3. Change order strategy, negotiations, and risk management
4. CPM schedule oversight and recovery planning
5. Primary client and stakeholder relationships
6. Financial reporting and executive updates
7. Build, mentor, and develop high-performing project teams
8. Deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within budget

1. 5–7+ years of experience managing large, complex civil, industrial, or mission-critical construction projects
2. Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
3. Proven experience owning project financials (P&L, forecasting, cost control)
4. Strong working knowledge of CPM scheduling and construction contract management
5. Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage demanding client relationships

We are an equal opportunity employer: We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.