Project Lead – Site Development & Underground Utilities
Location: Charles Town, WV
Position Type: Direct Placement (Full-Time, Permanent)
Software System: HeavyJob
Drive Projects. Direct Crews. Master the Dirt & Utilities!
Are you an experienced civil construction leader who knows how to run a jobsite with precision and accountability? We are hiring a Project Lead for a direct placement role in Charles Town, WV.
In this role, you will serve as the operational anchor for site development and underground utility projects—managing budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and municipal inspectors in HeavyJob, while retaining the hands-on skill to operate heavy equipment when the job demands it.
Key Responsibilities
- Multi-Crew Leadership: Schedule, direct, and mentor multiple field crews across site prep, bulk earthmoving, and underground utility installations (storm, sanitary, water).
- Budget & Schedule Accountability: Manage daily project costs and schedules, optimize labor and machine utilization, and track production in HeavyJob.
- Subcontractor & Inspector Coordination: Coordinate subcontractor workflows and build working relationships with municipal inspectors to secure project sign-offs.
- Hands-On Field Operations: Lead from the front by operating heavy equipment when needed—including excavators, dozers, loaders, haul trucks, and pipelaying equipment.
- Safety & Daily Reporting: Enforce OSHA safety standards, track daily logs and job yields, and maintain site compliance.
Candidate Requirements
- Experience: 5+ years in site development and underground utility construction.
- Leadership Track Record: 2–3 years of experience running complete civil projects and directing multiple crews.
- Software & Equipment Skills: Hands-on proficiency using HeavyJob; practical ability to operate dozers, loaders, excavators, dump trucks, and pipelaying gear.
- Certifications: OSHA 10 required (OSHA 30 preferred) and Trench & Excavation Competent Person Certification (Preferred)
Skills Required
- 5+ years of experience in site development and underground utility construction
- 2–3 years of experience running complete civil projects and directing multiple crews
- Hands-on proficiency using HeavyJob
- Ability to operate dozers, loaders, excavators, dump trucks, and pipelaying equipment
- OSHA 10 certification
- OSHA 30 certification
- Trench and Excavation Competent Person Certification
What We Do
Turner Mining Group is a North American mining services contractor that provides turnkey solutions, including drilling, blasting, loading, hauling, and mine infrastructure development. Founded in 2017 by Keaton Turner, the company focuses on providing a full spectrum of mining services, managing operations for clients in the natural resources sector, and maintaining a commitment to safety, environmental responsibility, and operational efficiency through a modern, mobile mining fleet.
