Director of Project Management
About the Opportunity
We are a growing provider of water, wastewater, and environmental infrastructure solutions, supporting municipal, industrial, and commercial clients through construction, maintenance, and specialized project services. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a strategic and results-oriented General Manager to oversee project delivery operations, drive organizational performance, and lead a team responsible for executing a diverse portfolio of projects safely, efficiently, and profitably.
Position Overview
The General Manager will be responsible for the overall leadership and performance of the project delivery organization. This individual will establish operational priorities, implement best practices, and ensure projects are executed in accordance with company goals, client expectations, and industry standards. Working closely with executive leadership, clients, and key stakeholders, the General Manager will provide guidance across all phases of project execution while building a culture centered on accountability, collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and strategic oversight for project delivery activities across multiple business lines and project types.
- Develop, mentor, and manage a team of Project Managers and project support staff, fostering professional growth and high performance.
- Monitor project portfolios to ensure schedule adherence, budget performance, quality outcomes, and effective risk management.
- Lead departmental financial planning, including forecasting, budgeting, resource allocation, and profitability management.
- Serve as a senior representative to clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal leadership teams.
- Support contract negotiations, change management processes, and commercial decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
- Collaborate with business development, estimating, and operations teams to pursue new opportunities and support strategic growth initiatives.
- Define performance metrics and reporting structures to provide visibility into project and portfolio health.
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency through process enhancements, technology adoption, and standardized project execution practices.
- Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with applicable regulations, permitting requirements, and company standards.
- Work closely with finance teams to oversee invoicing, revenue recognition, collections, and project financial performance.
- Participate in executive planning sessions and contribute to long-term organizational strategy.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of leadership experience within construction, infrastructure, environmental services, industrial operations, or water/wastewater-related industries.
- Demonstrated success leading project teams, operational groups, or project management organizations.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related discipline; advanced degree preferred.
- Strong understanding of project execution, scheduling, financial management, risk mitigation, and client relationship management.
- Experience managing departmental budgets, forecasting, profitability, and operational performance.
- Proven ability to recruit, develop, and retain high-performing teams.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Familiarity with project management platforms, ERP systems, financial reporting tools, and Microsoft Office applications.
- PMP certification preferred; additional Lean, Six Sigma, or operational excellence certifications are beneficial.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as required.
Work Environment & Travel
- Regular interaction with active construction, utility, and infrastructure project sites.
- Ability to conduct site visits in both indoor and outdoor environments, including uneven terrain and active work zones.
- Must be able to comply with all site-specific safety requirements and PPE protocols.
- Occasional lifting of materials or equipment up to 25 pounds.
- Travel within the Pacific Northwest and other project locations as needed.
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