Water/Wastewater Project Manager Sr

Responsible for the administration and execution of assigned projects in a safe, profitable, and timely manner. Often assigned multiple projects and/or projects of larger contract amounts and/or complexity. Manages the work in a manner consistent with standards of quality and integrity. Establishes and maintains professional working relationships with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers. Participates as requested in business development, estimating, bidding, and contract negotiation phases of assigned projects.

This position includes two "steps" (I, II), which provide for a progression of skill and experience. The Step I level is capable of managing fairly large projects of $51–$100 million in size with typically 10–15 years of experience. The Step II level is capable of managing large projects of a complex nature and/or multiple projects totaling $101–$199 million, typically with a minimum of 15 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Champions the orderly, timely transition of projects from the estimating phase to the field, including contract review meetings that encompass contract requirements, general conditions, schedules, budgets, subcontracts, and purchase order agreements.
• Completes close-out requirements and punch lists in a timely manner.
• Handles warranty callbacks quickly to maintain owner/client relationships.
• Coordinates with the Project Superintendent on the means and methods required for the successful and profitable execution of the work.
• Reviews and monitors manpower, equipment, and material resources to accomplish project goals.
• Establishes and maintains professional working relationships with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Has overall responsibility for project success, including safety, schedule, profitability, quality, customer satisfaction, and personnel decisions that impact the project.
• Manages all billings to ensure timely submission of payment applications and collection of payments.
• Manages the development of the overall CPM schedule with the Project Superintendent(s) and ensures all procurement is fully coordinated with the Project Engineer(s).
• Ensures the project team utilizes the Last Planner System (LPS) to manage all schedules.
• Participates in the preparation and review of estimates with attention to cost control, equipment requirements, constructability, formwork, materials, manpower, general conditions, schedule, and insurance.
• Participates in the business development process, including client contact, relationships, proposals, presentations, and negotiations for selected projects.
• Prepares the Monthly Progress Report in coordination with the Superintendent(s) by the 6th of every month.
• Uses available reports to manage costs and prepare accurate cost projections.
• Responsible for the timely review of purchase orders and subcontracts prepared by the estimating department.
• Responsible for understanding and administering prime contract terms and conditions, contract documents, subcontract agreements, purchase order agreements, and insurance, including providing written notifications when necessary to document impacts.
• Reviews and executes all change orders, supplements, and cost control budget adjustments.
• Verifies agreements are executed with insurance in place prior to any subcontractor starting work onsite.

Requirements

• Experience in pre-construction and managing construction projects.
• Thorough knowledge of contract documents, materials, equipment utilization, scheduling systems, productivity analysis, construction operations, and cash flow procedures.
• Four-year construction-related degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.
• Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.).
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend on an occasional basis.
• May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors.
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• Occasionally climbs stairs, ladders, etc.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day.
• Will lift, push, or pull objects on an occasional basis.
• Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.

Safety-Sensitive: This position includes tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee or others, such as operating equipment, handling hazardous materials, or working with power tools.

About Us

As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do. At Sundt, we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities, and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees, and training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit, and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.

Benefits

• Market-competitive salary (paid weekly)
• Bonus eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
• Industry-leading health coverage starting your first day
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Workplace Wellness Programs
• Mental Health Program
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee-Owner Perks
• Educational Assistance
• Sundt Foundation – Charitable Employee-Owner's program