Construction Project Manager – Water/Wastewater

Compensation: $140,000 – $240,000 base + per diem/LOA (for travel roles) + comprehensive benefits
Locations: Multiple office locations across CA, CO, and ID or project-based assignments nationwide (federal/travel team)
Start Date: Immediate

Overview

We are seeking experienced Construction Project Managers (PMs and Sr. PMs) to support a growing portfolio of water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the western U.S. and on federal projects nationwide.

These roles are available in two primary formats:

Office-Based Roles: Supporting regional and local projects out of one of our established offices (listed below), with limited travel depending on project needs
Traveling Federal Team: Supporting complex, remote, or federally funded projects across the U.S., often on a rotation schedule with per diem, housing, and travel support provided

This is an opportunity to join a high-performing team delivering critical infrastructure projects ranging from municipal upgrades to complex, logistically challenging installations.

Must-Have Qualifications

Proven project management experience delivering water and/or wastewater construction projects from preconstruction through commissioning and closeout
Strong understanding of mechanical/process systems, including equipment installation, startup, and commissioning coordination
Demonstrated success managing:
- Project budgets, forecasting, and cost control
- Change management processes
- Project schedules and procurement workflows
High level of administrative rigor, including documentation, submittals, RFIs, inspections, and compliance tracking
Strong communication and coordination skills across internal teams, clients, subcontractors, and vendors

Preferred Qualifications

Experience on federal projects with strict compliance, documentation, and billing requirements
Background working for a general contractor and/or subcontractor in public works or industrial environments
Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (PE license a plus)
Experience supporting:
- Remote or travel-based project teams
- Rotation schedules, per diem, and field logistics
Experience on projects ranging from $5M to $30M+, including multi-phase scopes
Experience working in challenging environments (remote sites, restricted access, complex logistics)

Key Responsibilities

Lead execution of water/wastewater construction projects from planning through commissioning and closeout
Develop and manage comprehensive project plans covering:
- Scope
- Schedule
- Procurement
- Staffing and logistics (especially for remote/travel roles)
Oversee commissioning to ensure systems operate safely and meet design and acceptance criteria
Manage financial performance including:
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Cost-to-complete tracking
- Risk and contingency planning
Lead change management from identification through execution
Maintain high-quality project documentation to ensure compliance and timely payment
Partner with field teams to uphold strong safety standards and culture
Coordinate with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery
Manage procurement and vendor relationships to meet project timelines
Proactively solve logistical and sequencing challenges, particularly on complex or remote projects
Provide clear reporting on schedule, cost, risks, and key decisions

Work Environment & Flexibility

Office-Based Roles: Primarily based out of one of our regional offices with project oversight responsibilities and occasional site visits
Office Locations:
- California - Livermore (Corporate HQ), Escondido (Southwest HQ), Lathrop (Northwest HQ), Valencia, Bakersfield
- Colorado - Lafayette (Mountain HQ)
- Idaho - Boise, Twin Falls, Pocatello
Traveling/Federal Roles: Assigned to projects nationwide, often in remote or high-complexity environments
Rotation schedules may apply (e.g., 8 days on / 6 days off or similar) - Company-supported travel, housing, and per diem provided

Why Join

Opportunity to work on critical infrastructure projects that directly impact communities
Exposure to a wide range of project types—from local municipal work to complex federal builds
Strong team culture focused on quality execution, collaboration, and long-term fit
Career growth across both regional leadership and traveling project opportunities

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