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Civil Contractor Jobs in Reno, NV (NOW HIRING)

Kimley-Horn

Construction Manager

Reno, NV · On-site

The Construction Administration Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating site and civil ... This role serves as the central point of integration between the design team, owner, contractors ...

Kimley-Horn

Construction Manager

Reno, NV · On-site

... civil constructionphase services on large, complex projects to verify the constructed work ... This role serves as the central point of integration between the design team, owner, contractors ...

Kimley-Horn

Construction Manager

Reno, NV · On-site

... civil constructionphase services on large, complex projects to verify the constructed work ... This role serves as the central point of integration between the design team, owner, contractors ...

Kimley-Horn

Construction Manager

Reno, NV · On-site

... civil construction-phase services on large, complex projects to verify the constructed work ... This role serves as the central point of integration between the design team, owner, contractors ...

Q&D Construction

Asphalt Paving Foreman

Sparks, NV

D is a multi-faceted general contractor offering exceptional service in all areas of Heavy/Civil construction: roads, bridges, utilities, grading, paving, demolition, saw cutting, pipelines ...

Ames Construction

Field Engineer - Intern

Reno, NV · On-site

$16.75 - $21.75/hr

We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial general contractor that brings innovative solutions to many market segments, from highway and bridge construction to mining and rail. Ames isan ...

Tract

Site Superintendent

Reno, NV · On-site +1

$150K - $175K/yr

... scale civil infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will join our growing team and ... Work with contractors to develop and implement appropriate safety and quality plans in accordance ...

D.R. Horton, Inc

Land Development Project Mgr

Reno, NV · On-site

$99K - $129K/yr

... contractors, etc.) * Assist Project Managers working with civil engineers as needed for plan clarification and revisions * Work directly with subcontractor's office and field personnel * Assist in ...

Ledcor Group

Maintenance Superintendent

Reno, NV · On-site

You will be responsible for managing field staff, contractors, and tradespeople, ensuring that all ... Familiarity with mining, heavy civil, or infrastructure construction methodologies Working ...

Next Step Recruitment

Project Manager

Reno, NV · Hybrid

Experience working for a General Contractor is strongly preferred. * This experience includes ... Working knowledge of civil, mechanical and electrical scopes. * Experience delivering projects from ...

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Ledcor Group

Maintenance Superintendent

Reno, NV

You will be responsible for managing field staff, contractors, and tradespeople, ensuring that all ... Familiarity with mining, heavy civil, or infrastructure construction methodologies Working ...

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How much do civil contractor jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for civil contractor in Reno, NV is $82,431.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,300.00 and $98,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Civil Contractor vs Civil Engineer?

AspectCivil ContractorCivil Engineer
CredentialsBusiness licenses, contractor certificationsEngineering degrees, professional licenses
Work EnvironmentOn-site project management, subcontractor coordinationDesign, planning, project supervision
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction firms, project ownersEngineering firms, government agencies

While both roles are integral to construction projects, a Civil Contractor primarily manages the execution and coordination of construction work, focusing on project delivery. A Civil Engineer designs, plans, and oversees technical aspects, ensuring structural integrity and compliance. Understanding these differences helps clients and professionals identify the right expertise for their projects.

What job categories do people searching Civil Contractor jobs in Reno, NV look for? The top searched job categories for Civil Contractor jobs in Reno, NV are:
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Infographic showing various Civil Contractor job openings in Reno, NV as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,431 per year, or $39.6 per hour.
Heavy Equipment Operator - Cinderlite

Heavy Equipment Operator - Cinderlite

Granite

Carson City, NV

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Granite Telecommunications rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

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39th of 82 rated telecommunications companies

Job description

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do...

Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite's century-old success. We're building more than infrastructure; we are building your future.

General Summary

At Cinderlite, we are looking for a highly experienced Heavy equipment Operator to support daily production activities in an aggregate mining environment. This role requires precision equipment operation, strong awareness of site safety, and the ability to work efficiently around crushers, haul trucks, and other heavy machinery. The ideal candidate has a solid background in quarry operations and understands and operates all types of equipment.

Ability to proficiently operate majority of the following types of equipment:

  • Excavator 345+

  • Dozer

  • Loader / Forklift

  • Bobcat

Essential Job Accountabilities

  • Safely operate heavy equipment to excavate, move, load and grade earth, rock, gravel, and other materials

  • Perform various activities including but not limited to: road building, finishing, sloping, banking, backfilling, loading, excavating, stockpiling, road surface maintenance, building and maintaining road berms and loading trucks.

  • Operate equipment proficiently and safely

  • Ensure operation of equipment is within capabilities and limitations

  • Perform required safety inspections and complete documentation

  • Maintain a clean and safe job site

  • Perform other duties as required

Certification

  • Valid Driver's License

Work Experience

  • 3-5+ years of experience operating heavy equipment in mining, or heavy civil environment.

  • Strong understanding of quarry operations, material types, and production flow

  • Experience working around crushers, screens, and conveyor systems.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Workers should be able to:

  • Excellent equipment control and precision grading ability.

  • Practice good safety habits

  • Work in dusty or dirty surroundings

  • Follow instructions and meet set standards

  • Judge distances and slopes accurately

  • Make decisions based on verifiable standards.

  • Reliability and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

  • Good communication and teamwork skills.

Physically, workers must be able to:

  • Stoop, bend, and crouch

  • Use hands, arms, and legs fully

  • See well (either naturally or with correction)

  • Lift up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

About Granite Construction Incorporated

Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

For additional information on applicant/employee rights please clickhere.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees.Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening.Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place.Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.

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