Senior Project Manger

Sr Project Manager - Water / Wastewater Utility Construction Phoenix, AZOn-Site Role Compensation: $130,000 - $200,000 per yearABOUT

THE ROLE Our client is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead small to medium water and wastewater utility construction projects throughout the Phoenix area, with project values ranging from $250k to $20M. This role is responsible for overseeing all phases of project delivery, from initial planning through completion, ensuring quality, safety, and budget adherence. The Senior Project Manager will work closely with clients, general contractors, superintendents, safety managers, field personnel, estimators, and other project stakeholders.

The position requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, as well as the ability to represent the company professionally and make frequent job site visits. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and experienced in water/wastewater construction, with proficiency in project management tools and construction documentation.

WHAT YOU'LL DOLead and coordinate project teams on small to medium water and wastewater treatment construction projects ($250k – $20M)
Work closely with clients, general contractors, superintendents, safety managers, field personnel, estimators, and other stakeholders to ensure project success

Collaborate with superintendent and quality control to manage material schedules, work schedules, and procurement of job materials and equipment

Prepare and complete AutoCAD installation drawing packages for field teams

Produce and manage project billings, budgets, and purchase orders

Process change order requests and related project administrative documents

Complete and submit accurate project submittals

Prepare and review operations and maintenance manuals

Develop logical and sequential project schedules using Microsoft Project; maintain and update schedules and budgets throughout project lifecycle

Ensure all project documentation is accurate and compliant with client and regulatory requirements

Represent the company in a professional manner in all interactions, both internally and externally

Work from the Phoenix headquarters and conduct frequent job site visits throughout the Valley WHAT YOU BRING Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, or mechanical engineering required7+ years of water/wastewater construction industry experience highly desired

Advanced skills in Excel and Adobe Acrobat or Bluebeam required

Basic AutoCAD experience preferred

Ability to read plans and specifications for all disciplines on water/wastewater projects

Experience with Alternative Procurement Delivery Methods (APDM) such as CSP, CMAR, D-B, JOC highly desired

Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to work collaboratively with diverse project teams

Self-motivated with proven ability to lead and manage project teams

Proficiency in Microsoft Project for developing and maintaining project schedules

Ability to produce project billings, budgets, and purchase orders accurately and efficiently

Experience preparing and reviewing operations and maintenance manuals

Ability to represent the company professionally and make frequent job site visits throughout the Phoenix area#LI-JR3