Project Manager, Design and Construction

Who We Are:

Nexus Water Group is a leading regulated water and wastewater utility serving more than 1.3 million people across 20 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces. “Nexus” means connection. Through the essential water and wastewater services we deliver, we have a very personal connection to the people, businesses, and communities we serve. This is why our operations are locally led and managed.

Every day, over 1,300 professionals deliver vital, safe, and reliable service through over 670 water systems and 360 wastewater systems.

The Project Manager for Design and Construction will work collaboratively with Operations, Engineering, EHS, and others to ensure proposed projects meet TCEQ, EHS, operating, efficiency, and other requirements. The Project Manager for Design and Construction is a service and solution provider who works with others in order to improve customer service, safety, efficiency, and the bottom line. The Project Manager for Design and Construction is responsible for all aspects of planning and completing complex water and wastewater system improvements at systems owned and operated by South West Water Company, as well as other operational and engineering projects.

Employee works in a climate-controlled office environment shared by other employees or a home-office environment and will regularly visit/work at project locations.

Competitive Salary
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Starting at $ annually
Paid Time Off
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Starting at 3 weeks annually along with 11 company‑paid holidays.
Health and Wellness Benefits
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The first day of the month after your start, you'll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well.
401(k) Program with Matching Contribution
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We offer a 100% match on contributions up to 4% of your salary, plus an additional 3% employer contribution.
Grow With Us
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Professional development opportunities through training, professional certifications, and education allowance.
Additional Benefits
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Other great benefits include company provided life insurance and Employee Assistance Program just to name a few.
Employee Resource Groups (ERG): ERGs are voluntary employee groups that form based on shared characteristics or backgrounds and are sponsored by the organization.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Project Manager for Design and Construction is responsible for:

• Preparing estimates, design layouts, specifications, and operating procedures for the installation of transmission mains, distribution mains, wastewater collection systems, services, hydrants, generators, electric motors, pumps, boosters, chlorinating equipment, storage facilities, lift stations, water and wastewater treatment facilities, and other mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Preparing various reports and information requests as necessary. Assists with the update and improvement of the Company's Standard Specifications and Drawings.
• Assuring that projects are completed on a timely basis in the most cost-effective and safe manner and making sure that operation instructions are prepared.
• Visiting construction projects on a regular basis to review progress of construction and coordinates with inspectors and contractors. Physical inspection of construction in progress will be required to verify work completed prior to approving progress payments.
• Assisting in planning a preventative maintenance program and a yearly maintenance schedule during low production periods in order to maintain top efficiency during peak periods.
• Preparing planning level hydraulic analysis and water or wastewater flow calculations for new and future developments as required.
• Assisting in the preparation of an effective master plan and/or timely plant improvement and replacement program.
• Identifying needs for outside consultants, writing requests for proposals, and overseeing their work.
• Ensuring all project planning materials and construction is in compliance with…