Job Description
Job Description
Senior Construction Project Manager - Wastewater and Drainage Projects
We are looking for a Senior Construction Project Manager to join our client who is a leading civil engineering contractor specializing in commercial and public space projects like parks, athletic facilities, general building development and unique specialty projects.
Our team is committed to innovation, sustainability, and excellence in every project we undertake.
Position Overview :
We are seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager with specialized expertise in wastewater, sewer, drainage, and stormwater runoff management.
As a key member of our team, you will oversee complex projects, ensuring quality, adherence to timelines, and client satisfaction.
The Senior Construction Project Manager is also responsible for the following :
- Ensure projects are consistently on schedule and within budget, promptly escalating risks to office management.
- Conduct thorough due diligence to secure competitive pricing and quality from subcontractors and vendors.
- Delegate project management tasks such as submittals and RFIs to the Office Engineer for streamlined execution.
- Address performance issues directly with superintendents, project managers, assistant project managers, and office engineers;
escalate unresolved issues to office management if necessary.
- Integrate comprehensive safety measures into project plans to prevent potential issues.
- Manage change orders for additional work requested beyond original bid documents.
- Proactively advocate for substantial completion sign-off and oversee final punch-list completion and project close-outs.
- Identify procurement trends and requirements, communicating needs to office management.
- Ensure accurate daily crew productivity tracking by collaborating closely with the Superintendent.
- Work collaboratively with the Superintendent to complete short-interval planning for enhanced project efficiency.
- Foster and maintain positive working relationships with all project stakeholders, including employees, subcontractors, customers, and representatives.
- Provide ongoing guidance and support to Project Managers, maintaining oversight to ensure project alignment and success.
Responsibilities :
- Oversee all aspects of construction project from pre-construction planning to project close-out for 2-3 projects simultaneously
- Develop project schedule, budget, and schedule of values
- Source subcontractors and vendors and negotiate for best price
- Manage subcontractors and vendors including scope confirmation, subcontract creation, purchase orders, and risk mitigation;
hand-off sub / vendor scheduling to Superintendent 2 weeks prior to being onsite
- Work with superintendent to understand resource needs and appropriately allocate personnel
- Complete monthly pay req's, obtaining approval from owner and handing off to treasurer
- Manage submittal and RFI processes utilizing feedback from Superintendent
- Create change orders for work performed outside of original bid documents and obtain approval from owner
- Monitor and measure the job status weekly in order to confirm the project is on schedule and on budget including completion of short interval planning
- Interface with project inspectors, contractors, architects, engineers, city and county officials, and clients
- Lead Pre-Construction and Project Close Out activities
- Train and share expertise with Project Managers on project planning and execution including scheduling, budgeting, negotiating, and stakeholder management
Qualifications :
- Strong, proven background in all facets of building and / or site construction work
- Experience managing teams
- Ability to visualize the final result of a project and phase the work
- Previous experience in construction management or other related fields
- Familiarity with construction management software
- Strong leadership and negotiation skills
- Deadline and detail-oriented
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 2-3 of these years focused on wastewater, sewer, drainage, and stormwater projects.
- Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale projects from conception to completion.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage multidisciplinary teams.
- Knowledge of relevant regulations, codes, and standards in wastewater and drainage engineering.
Benefits :
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Plentiful bonus opportunities.
- Comprehensive health benefits package.
- Retirement 401K matching.
- 10 PTO days per year and 15 additional days can be used for sick, vacation, personal time or parental leave.
- Long term life and disability insurance.
- Company truck or $500 / mo. vehicle allowance.
- Free lunch in office daily.
- Cell phone and stipend.
- Employee Referral bonuses.
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
Join our team and make a difference in shaping sustainable infrastructure solutions for our communities. Apply today!