Project Site Manager Jobs in Ohio
Project Site Manager jobs in Ohio are in strong demand, concentrated in construction, infrastructure, and industrial manufacturing, with openings at every level from assistant project manager through senior project site manager. The busiest hiring metros are Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, where firms like Turner Construction, EMCOR Group, and Shelly Company maintain deep and lasting footprints across commercial, utility, and civil projects. The most sought-after specialties in Ohio right now are commercial ground-up construction, utility and infrastructure upgrades, and industrial plant expansion. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Come work for OHM Advisors, the Community Advancement firm.
With the singular mission of Advancing Communities, our diverse 800+ team of professionals works collaboratively across multiple service areas in multiple states, including architecture, engineering, planning, surveying, and construction engineering.
We are a team of experts with individual specialties working together, driven to make a difference through people-focused problem solving, design, and ideas. In everything we do, we put people first. We create places for communities of people that help solve a problem and drive them forward— advancing the whole community today and well into the future.
What You Will Contribute to OHM Advisors
As a Site Design Project Manager, you will lead civil engineering design for new construction and redevelopment projects, serving private-sector clients in residential, commercial, and industrial markets. Working closely with Principals and production staff, you will help develop scopes of services that align with client needs and guide technical design from concept through construction. Your expertise and collaborative approach will support high-quality deliverables, strong client relationships, and solutions that Advance Communities.
Your Responsibilities
Technical Oversight
- Manage multiple site design projects simultaneously, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
- Review the work of site design engineers, designers and technicians, ensuring accuracy, compliance with regulations, and adherence to best practices.
- Identify and resolve technical challenges that arise during the design process.
Project Management
- Manage site development projects, overseeing scope, budgets, schedules, staffing, and deliverables.
- Serve as the primary client contact, building strong relationships and communicating project progress.
- Guide site feasibility evaluations and address design, infrastructure, and permitting challenges.
- Oversee civil site design, including grading, drainage, stormwater management, utilities, and site access.
- Lead QA/QC reviews to ensure accurate, complete, and coordinated project deliverables.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, subconsultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
- Develop proposals and support business development efforts to grow private development opportunities.
- Oversee construction-phase services, including site visits, submittal reviews, and responses to RFIs.
Staff Management & Mentorship
- Provide guidance to site design staff, supporting professional growth and quality work.
- Provide site design leadership through all project phases, including design and technical construction documentation.
- Work with discipline leadership to staff projects and monitor utilization levels.
- Collaborate with Principals and geographic leadership to manage, mentor, and guide team members to ensure successful project delivery.
- Collaborate with other discipline leaders to develop best practices and advance the Site Design practice.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- 15–20 years of progressive site design or land development experience, including private development projects.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Proven experience managing project teams, client relationships, budgets, and schedules.
- Strong technical knowledge of grading, stormwater management, utilities, and construction documents.
- Knowledge of development regulations, permitting processes, and accessibility standards.
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and stormwater modeling software.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with experience preparing proposals and supporting business development.
Benefits
At OHM Advisors, our people are our greatest asset. We're committed to providing a supportive and rewarding workplace that fosters personal and professional growth. That's why we offer a competitive benefits package designed to meet your unique needs.
Benefits:
- BCBSM Medical, Dental and Vision
- Company Profit Sharing
- Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contribution
- Paid professional association membership
- Tuition & Certification Expense reimbursement
- Volunteer Service Leave
- 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Short & Long-Term Disability Options
Career Advancement & Enrichment Programs:
- Voluntary Wellness Program
- OHM Grad School
- OHM University
You can read more about each of these programs on our website.
OHM Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). 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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Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project site manager jobs across Ohio.
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification required or preferred by most Ohio employers
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field
- Proven experience managing subcontractors and coordinating on-site construction schedules
- Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or Microsoft Project
- PMP or CCM certification recognized as a competitive credential among Ohio hiring managers
- Strong familiarity with Ohio Building Code and local municipal permitting processes
Project Site Manager Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project site manager in Ohio?
Most project site managers in Ohio enter the field through a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture, followed by several years of field experience as a project engineer or assistant project manager. Ohio does not require a state-issued license for this role, but earning an OSHA 30-Hour certification and a credential like the Project Management Professional or Certified Construction Manager significantly strengthens your candidacy with Ohio's largest commercial and industrial contractors.
How much do project site managers make in Ohio?
Project site managers in Ohio earn a median of about $101,980 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $65,800 for the lowest 10% to over $161,410 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire project site managers in Ohio?
Employers hiring project site managers in Ohio right now include GPD, Augmentis, and OHM Advisors, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's concentration of large-scale infrastructure investment, automotive manufacturing, and commercial real estate development keeps demand from a broad mix of general contractors, specialty subcontractors, and owner-operators headquartered across the state.
Which Ohio cities have the most project site manager jobs?
Columbus, Akron, and Bluffton have the most project site manager openings in Ohio. Columbus drives the largest share of listings thanks to its rapid commercial and mixed-use development, while Cleveland's industrial base and ongoing port and infrastructure investment sustains strong demand, and Cincinnati's cross-border construction activity with northern Kentucky adds additional volume in the southwest corner of the state.
Are there remote project site manager jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're rare. About 25% of project site manager openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which reflects the fundamentally on-site nature of construction and field operations work. The portions of the role most likely to allow remote or hybrid arrangements are preconstruction planning, submittal review, owner reporting, and scheduling coordination rather than day-to-day field supervision.
How can I get hired as a project site manager in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a project engineer or field engineer role with a mid-size Ohio general contractor and building toward site management responsibility over time. Firms like Turner Construction and EMCOR run structured new-graduate development programs in Ohio that rotate candidates through estimating, scheduling, and field coordination. Completing an OSHA 30-Hour course and earning an associate's degree from a program like Columbus State's Construction Management Technology gives candidates a measurable edge when competing for those entry-level positions.
Where can I find and apply to project site manager jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to project site manager jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings from employers actively hiring for this role. Find a role that fits and apply directly.
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