Project Manager, Project & Program Management

Job Title:

Project Manager - Water/Wastewater Construction

Job Description

This long-term Project Manager role oversees a complex, $40M, multi-year rehabilitation and expansion project at a wastewater treatment facility near Yuma, Arizona. You will lead all aspects of project delivery-from planning and staffing through financial performance and stakeholder communication-ensuring the project is completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. This position offers significant responsibility, early advancement potential, and the stability of a strong project backlog, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities

+ Lead the overall management of all project activities and performance standards in alignment with corporate policies and procedures.

+ Provide direct supervision and leadership to field teams, including Superintendents, Project Engineers, and Project Assistants, to keep the project on schedule and within budget.

+ Own full profit and loss responsibility for the project, monitoring financial performance and taking corrective action as needed.

+ Manage company-owned and rental equipment resources to support efficient and cost-effective field operations.

+ Develop, implement, and adjust detailed two-week work schedules to coordinate construction activities and meet milestones.

+ Plan, organize, and oversee project staffing, including interviewing, hiring, training, and coaching team members to maximize performance.

+ Review and select appropriate construction methods and practices, particularly for water and wastewater plant construction.

+ Lead communications with the owner, owner's representatives, and engineers, ensuring timely information flow and effective collaboration.

+ Interpret and address disputes, changed conditions, and project issues, providing clear guidance and resolutions.

+ Provide input to and review the CPM (Critical Path Method) construction schedule to ensure realistic sequencing and resource allocation.

+ Review weekly timecards and job cost reports to track productivity, costs, and financial performance.

+ Approve and review all jobsite purchases, ensuring alignment with budget and project requirements.

+ Coordinate activities among subcontractors and suppliers to maintain workflow, quality, and schedule adherence.

+ Lead and enforce jobsite safety policies and procedures, fostering a strong safety culture on an active treatment plant site.

+ Manage all financial aspects of the project, including forecasting, cost control, and reporting.

+ Support and/or participate in bidding activities for assigned projects, providing constructability and cost input.

+ Assist with field labor relations as needed to maintain a productive and collaborative work environment.

+ Maintain excellent documentation, including project records, reports, correspondence, and change documentation.

+ Deliver high levels of customer service and maintain strong interpersonal relationships with all project stakeholders.

Essential Skills

+ At least 5+ years of direct Project Manager experience in the construction industry focused on water and/or wastewater projects.

+ Proven experience supporting or managing several relevant construction projects in the $20M-$100M+ range.

+ Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets and schedules effectively, with a track record of on-time, on-budget delivery.

+ Strong communication skills with proven leadership ability in managing field teams and project stakeholders.

+ Excellent documentation skills, including the ability to maintain accurate, organized project records and reports.

+ Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

+ Experience using scheduling software and the internet for project coordination and communication.

+ Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret project data, costs, and schedules and make informed decisions.

+ Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships.

+ Results-oriented mindset with a high level of integrity and strong ethical standards.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ 8+ years of experience managing the construction of multi-million-dollar water, wastewater, or industrial plants is preferred.

+ Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.

+ Expereince in mechanical, facilities, or civil engineering environments is beneficial.

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Experience with complex plant rehabilitation and expansion projects, including work on active treatment facilities.

+ Ability to lead teams performing self-performed concrete, mechanical, and millwright scopes of work.

+ Comfort working in a highly detailed, intricate project environment with multiple phases and system changeovers.

Work Environment

This is an onsite role at a wastewater treatment plant in San Luis, Arizona, approximately 20 minutes outside Yuma, overseeing a $40M, two-year rehabilitation and expansion project transitioning from SVR to MVR…