Construction Senior Manager (Water/Wastewater)

Senior Construction Management Leader - Water Infrastructure

Salary: 180,000 -250,000

Schedule: Hybrid

A nationally recognized engineering and infrastructure consulting firm is seeking a seasoned Construction Management Professional to help lead the delivery of complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the region. This is an opportunity to play a key role in some of the most impactful public infrastructure programs while helping shape the growth of a high-performing construction management practice.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys being at the center of major capital projects, leading teams, collaborating with owners and contractors, and influencing project success from planning through construction.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead construction management efforts for water, wastewater, and related infrastructure projects.
• Oversee construction teams, inspectors, resident engineers, and technical specialists.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, risk tracking, contract administration, and overall project execution.
• Provide strategic guidance during construction, helping clients navigate challenges and keep projects on track.
• Review plans, specifications, shop drawings, and contractor submittals.
• Monitor project performance and prepare executive-level reporting on progress, risks, and key milestones.
• Support resolution of claims, change orders, and construction-related disputes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, funding, and agency requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering and design teams throughout project delivery.
• Participate in client presentations, pursuit efforts, and proposal development to help grow the practice.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with municipal agencies, utilities, and infrastructure owners.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Work on high-profile water and wastewater programs that directly impact communities.
• Join a firm with a strong pipeline of infrastructure projects and long-term client relationships.
• Opportunity to influence both project delivery and business growth.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and mentor the next generation of construction professionals.
• Exposure to major treatment facilities, pump stations, pipelines, conveyance systems, and other critical infrastructure.
• Collaborative culture with significant opportunities for advancement into senior leadership roles.
• Visibility with executive leadership and key public-sector clients.

What We're Looking For

• 10+ years of construction management, resident engineering, or infrastructure project delivery experience.
• Background managing water, wastewater, utility, transportation, or heavy civil construction projects.
• Experience overseeing project controls, CPM scheduling, cost management, and contractor coordination.
• Strong communication and client-facing skills.
• Ability to lead project teams while balancing technical, financial, and contractual responsibilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.

Highly Desired

• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or similar professional credential.
• Experience serving as a Lead CM, Resident Engineer, or Owner's Representative.
• Track record supporting large-scale capital projects with significant construction values.
• Previous involvement in proposals, client development, or practice growth initiatives.

Compensation & Growth

This role offers a clear path toward broader leadership responsibilities within a growing infrastructure practice. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to help shape project strategy, develop client relationships, mentor staff, and contribute to the expansion of a construction management team focused on essential public infrastructure.

If you're passionate about delivering major water infrastructure projects and want a role that combines leadership, technical oversight, and client engagement, this could be a compelling next step in your career.