Construction Manager III – IV (Municipal Water Infrastructure) - East Bay, CA

About the Role

Construction Manager with public agency CM experience in water, wastewater or public infrastructure-related projects is needed to assist with project responsibilities in our firm's growing construction management practice. This position also plays a key role in recruiting, developing, and leading construction management staff while supporting the growth of West Yost's construction management practice throughout the East Bay.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining client contact before, during, and after project completion, with an emphasis on supporting West Yost's East Bay practice.
• Cultivating relationships with East Bay municipal agencies and industry organizations to support long-term client service and regional practice growth.
• Conducting business development and client engagement in pursuit of identifying and winning work in the East Bay.
• Identifying key pursuits and developing proposals and budgets for CM related projects.
• Reading and interpreting plans and specifications; preparing daily, weekly and monthly reports.
• Using MS Word, Excel, Project, Adobe, and construction documentation software such as Procore.
• Leading project meetings, preparing meeting agendas, and preparing meeting minutes.
• Reviewing contractor monthly pay requests and confirming quantity & pricing is correct.
• Analyzing and negotiating potential change orders, dispute resolution, and claims mitigation.
• Communicating effectively with contractors, city and agency staff, engineers, and regulatory agencies.
• Managing a project team including resident inspectors, CM administrative support, and subconsultants.
• Assisting with marketing or business development efforts.

Requirements

• 10+ years in civil construction project oversight as part of a civil engineering or construction firm with a focus on water or wastewater.
• Required experience includes treatment plants, pump stations, pipelines, and/or concrete or steel water storage tanks.
• Excellent attendance and ability to be fully mobile on the job site.
• Demonstrated experience recruiting, mentoring, and developing construction management professionals.
• Demonstrated experience leading a team of construction management professionals.
• Ability to climb ladders, reach, stoop, and kneel.
• Valid CA Driver's License.
• Travel to client offices and project sites required.

Qualifications

• Existing relationships with municipal agencies, clients, and industry partners throughout the East Bay is strongly preferred.
• College degree preferred, but not required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification in California preferred, but not required.

Skills

• Strong technical water-related civil engineering or construction management education and knowledge.
• Proactive organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills including the ability to quickly develop working relationships internally within the firm and externally with clients and teaming partners.

Compensation

$130,525 - $198,785. Based on East Bay CA region (including San Ramon, Livermore, Concord, Fairfield, and Vacaville). West Yost uses geographic salary differentials that would apply for candidates in other regions.

Schedule

Full-time, Exempt. This role will require a physical presence at the client project site 4 – 5 days a week. We offer hybrid and flexible work schedules to our employees to help promote and encourage a healthy work/life balance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health saving accounts with West Yost contribution
• Paid vacation, paid sick leave and holidays
• Two employee assistance programs
• Travel assistance program
• 401(k) profit sharing with employer match
• Leaves of absence with additional supplemental paid time off
• Parental leave
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Pet insurance
• 529 college savings plan/student loan repayment program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid professional memberships
• Paid training and Leadership Academy programs
• Milestone anniversary benefits
• Peer to peer recognition programs
• Potential for employee stock ownership
• Annual monetary and paid time off bonuses
• Performance-based bonus eligibility
• Merit increase eligibility
• Employee referral bonuses
• Wellness reimbursement

About West Yost

West Yost is a water resource management and engineering firm focused exclusively on water. Since our founding in 1990, we have partnered with public agencies including cities, counties, utilities, and water districts to plan, design, and deliver water, wastewater, and stormwater solutions that support safe, reliable, and resilient communities. Our team of more than 270 professionals brings together expertise in groundwater, water supply, treatment, infrastructure, recycled water, stormwater, construction management, and operations technology. We support projects from early planning and permitting through design and construction and complement our engineering services with program management and public outreach to help clients move work forward and engage their communities.

We are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®, and to be recognized among Fortune's® Best Workplaces in Consulting and Professional Services from 2023 to 2025, as well as a top-ranked firm in the AEC Advisors Diversity Index. At West Yost, we are committed to being the water firm of choice for our clients and our team, advancing water resources for future generations through strong partnerships, practical solutions, and a shared commitment to quality.

You will experience many opportunities to grow and develop professionally with your colleagues through collaborative in-person work experience, knowledge sharing, and mentorship opportunities. All of our team members have access to local and company-wide events, our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Workgroup, Culture Workgroup, Wellness Workgroup, book clubs, charitable giving and community service, firm-wide resources, peer groups (young professionals & middlers group), and mentorship and leadership programs. We support and foster your career success and encourage you to be in control of your future with us.

At West Yost, we make space for connection across the firm. Each month, we hold an all-hands meeting that bring together team members from every location, including those working remotely, to stay aligned and engaged. Individual sectors and teams also hold their own monthly meeting. At the local level, our offices host gatherings, from camping trips and river rafting to community events and celebrations. Once a year, we come together in person for our Annual All Staff event, a firmwide experience focused on learning, networking, and building relationships across teams. That evening, we continue our longest-standing tradition, the Duck Dinner, where West Yosters are encouraged to bring a guest and enjoy a night of great food, connection, and entertainment. We work hard, and we place equal value on having fun.

Our commitment to quality begins with our hiring practices. We employ the most talented team members in our industry from all backgrounds. We are highly selective of the individuals we choose to represent the firm, seeking only those individuals whose technical abilities and commitment to client service matches our vision for excellence. We are dedicated to our number one asset, our employees. Because we are employee-owned, we are responsible for and rewarded by our own success. Come to West Yost where, with our support, you'll do the best work of your life.