Barrett Paving Materials - Mid-West Central I Heavy Highway Project Manager I Middletown, OH

Barrett Paving Materials - Mid-West Central I Heavy Highway Project Manager I Middletown, OH Barrett Industries United States, Ohio, Middletown Jun 13, 2026 Barrett Paving Materials Inc. is a leader in heavy civil construction, specializing in aggregate production, asphalt plants, paving services, and road construction. With our people-first culture, we uphold the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct. As part of the Colas Group, the global leader in transportation infrastructure, we are committed to excellence. Learn more atwww.barrettpaving.com. Barrett Paving, and the rest of the Colas USA Family of Companies, is part of the Colas Group, the worldwide leader in transportation infrastructure construction and maintenance. For information on our international network visit www.colas.com. Job Summary The Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing asphalt paving and construction projects from award through closeout. This role ensures projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with quality standards. The Project Manager works closely with operations, estimators, field supervisors, subcontractors, and clients to drive successful outcomes across the MidWest Central Region. Main Responsibilities
Manage all phases of construction projects, including preconstruction planning, scheduling, execution, monitoring, and closeout
Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, cost reports, and forecasts
Coordinate materials, equipment, subcontractors, and labor to support project timelines
Track job costs and productivity, identify variances, and implement corrective actions
Review and approve invoices, subcontractors pay applications, and change orders
Assist in project buyout, cost control, and profitability analysis
Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, engineers, inspectors, and subcontractors
Lead project meetings and communicate progress, risks, and milestones
Build and maintain strong client relationships to support repeat business
Promote and enforce Barrett Paving Materials' safety policies and procedures
Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field or equivalent construction experience
3-7+ years of experience managing paving, asphalt, or heavy civil construction projects
Strong understanding of construction scheduling, cost control, and project documentation
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with construction management software preferred
Valid driver's license and ability to travel within the MidWest Central Region Preferred Experience with DOT, municipal, and commercial paving projects
Knowledge of asphalt production, placement, and construction methods
Experience with estimating, bidding, and project handoff
Skills and Competencies
Strong leadership and decisionmaking skills
Excellent communication and organizational abilities
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fastpaced environment
Problemsolving mindset with attention to detail
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to: to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
complete any part of the application process
access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying Please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email toColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.