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Heavy Civil Recruiting & Consulting

Better people.
Better results.

Prime Talent Group places the superintendents, estimators, and project leaders who keep Heavy Civil work moving, and helps contractors build the hiring systems that keep them.

Segments We Staff

Fluent across every corner
of Heavy Civil.

From dirt work to structures, we speak the language of every crew and every scope, so every placement fits the job, not just the resume.

Earthwork & Grading

Roads & Highways

Bridges & Structures

Utilities & Pipelines

Heavy Industrial

Why Prime

Recruiting, built like
a well-run job site.

Staffing

Placements That Hold

Direct-hire and contract staffing across field leadership, operations, and pre-construction, vetted against the scope, the crew, and the culture, not just the job title.

Consulting

Systems That Scale

Compensation benchmarking, retention strategy, and hiring process design for contractors who are done losing good people to a slow or inconsistent process.

Giving Back

Results With Purpose

One percent of every placement fee goes to a nonprofit chosen by our client, reported back every year, so good hiring does more than fill a seat.

1%

A cut of every placement, given back.

For every successful placement, Prime Talent Group contributes 1% of its fee to a nonprofit selected by our client. Whether it's supporting skilled trades education, our military veterans, children's charities, or local community organizations, every hire creates a lasting impact beyond the workplace.

Ready When You Are

Let's find your next hire
or fix how you find them.

About Prime Talent Group

Built for Heavy Civil, from the ground up.

Prime Talent Group is a specialized recruiting firm focused exclusively on the civil construction industry.

We partner with contractors across the United States to connect exceptional construction professionals with organizations building infrastructure that keeps our communities moving. From highways and bridges to utilities, heavy civil, and site development, we understand the people behind every successful project.

Our approach is built on relationships, responsiveness, and market expertise. We take the time to understand each client's business, culture, and hiring goals while helping candidates find opportunities that align with their long term careers, not just their next job.

At Prime Talent Group, we believe success extends beyond business results. We are committed to giving back by donating 1% of every placement fee to charitable organizations selected by our clients to support local communities.

Whether you're looking to strengthen your team or explore your next career move, Prime Talent Group is committed to creating lasting partnerships built on trust, transparency, and results.

Motto

Better People. Better Results.

Giving Back

1% of every placement fee donated to a charitable organization selected by our clients, supporting local communities.

Specialties

Heavy Civil Construction, Highway & Bridge Construction, Site Development, Underground Utilities, Earthwork & Grading, Project Management, Superintendents, Estimating, Field Operations, Construction Leadership

Let's build the future, together.

Services

Two ways we make your hiring better.

01 / Staffing

Recruiting & Placement

Direct-hire and contract staffing for the roles that keep Heavy Civil projects on schedule and on budget, sourced, vetted, and matched against your actual scope of work, not a generic job description.

  • Heavy Civil Construction
  • Highway & Bridge Construction
  • Site Development
  • Underground Utilities
  • Earthwork & Grading
  • Project Management
  • Superintendents
  • Estimating
  • Field Operations
  • Construction Leadership
02 / Consulting

Hiring Strategy & Systems

For contractors who need more than a placement: a hiring process that actually holds up when the labor market gets tight.

  • Compensation benchmarking
  • Retention strategy
  • Hiring process design
  • Interview & scorecard development

Not sure which you need? Start with a conversation.

Careers

Open roles across Heavy Civil.

Heavy Civil Denver, CO

Superintendent, Heavy Civil

Lead field operations on large-scale earthwork, grading, and site development projects for a growing heavy civil contractor. You'll be the on-the-ground authority making sure crews, schedule, and safety come together to hit every milestone.

  • Direct daily field operations across grading, excavation, and site development crews
  • Coordinate subcontractors, equipment, and material deliveries to keep production on pace
  • Maintain accurate daily reports covering labor, equipment, weather, and progress
  • Enforce safety standards and jobsite compliance across all active work areas
  • Flag schedule risks and field conditions to project management in real time
  • 5+ years of experience as a Superintendent in heavy civil or earthwork construction
  • Strong working knowledge of grading, excavation, and site development sequencing
  • Comfortable reading civil plans, specifications, and contract documents
  • OSHA 30 certification preferred
  • Proven ability to lead and mentor field crews under tight deadlines
Highway & Bridge Phoenix, AZ

Superintendent, Highway & Bridge Construction

Take the lead on transportation infrastructure work, from bridge structures to highway corridors, keeping every phase moving safely, on schedule, and within budget.

  • Lead daily field operations on highway, roadway, and bridge construction projects
  • Run jobsite planning meetings and set clear expectations for crews and subcontractors
  • Track production, labor, and safety data through detailed daily field reports
  • Identify schedule risks early and adjust field plans to keep projects on track
  • Coordinate with engineers, inspectors, and project management to resolve field issues
  • 5+ years of field leadership experience as a Superintendent or Foreman on highway or bridge projects
  • Solid understanding of heavy highway construction methods and sequencing
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts
  • Strong communication skills across crews, subcontractors, and stakeholders
  • Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites as needed
Heavy Civil Sacramento, CA

Project Manager, Heavy Civil

Own budget, schedule, and client relationships on heavy civil projects from preconstruction through closeout, partnering with field leadership to keep every phase on track.

  • Manage the full project lifecycle, including budget, schedule, and profitability
  • Review and approve estimates, change orders, and subcontractor scopes
  • Coordinate closely with superintendents and field teams to maintain milestones
  • Maintain client and stakeholder relationships throughout the project
  • Manage project documentation, including permits, contracts, and reports
  • 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager in heavy civil construction
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience
  • Strong grasp of cost management, scheduling, and subcontractor coordination
  • Comfortable working directly with owners, engineers, and inspectors
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills

Don't see the right fit? Reach out directly. We're always talking to strong Heavy Civil talent.

Get in Touch

Let's talk hiring.

Whether you're a contractor with a hard-to-fill role or a candidate ready for the next job site, reach out directly. No forms, no queue.