Civil Sr. Project manager

Metcon, Inc.; Pembroke (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, 401(k), PTO)

Collaborative company culture

Job summary

Metcon, Inc. is seeking a Civil Sr. Project Manager in Pembroke, North Carolina to lead high-impact infrastructure projects with a focus on wastewater treatment and filtration. This role involves strategic leadership, operational management, and execution of civil construction projects from preconstruction to final turnover.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and at least 10 years of civil construction experience, including 5 years in the water/wastewater sector. We offer a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in civil construction.
• Minimum 5 years in water/wastewater or filtration infrastructure.
• Demonstrated success in leading large-scale infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil construction projects focused on wastewater and filtration.
• Provide oversight from preconstruction through closeout.
• Ensure project goals related to safety, quality, budget, and schedule are met.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

PE license

Job description

Position Summary

The Civil Sr. Project manager will oversee high-impact infrastructure projects with a focus on wastewater treatment and filtration. This role will be responsible for the strategic leadership, operational management, and execution of civil construction projects from preconstruction through final turnover. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, client-facing professionalism, and a proven track record of managing large-scale, environmentally focused civil projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead civil construction projects with a concentration in wastewater, filtration, and water treatment.
• Provide executive oversight from preconstruction planning through construction and closeout.
• Ensure project goals are met regarding safety, quality, budget, and schedule.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and team members.
• Manage contracts, risk, staffing, and financial performance across multiple projects.
• Mentor project teams and contribute to overall business development strategy in the water/wastewater sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (PE license preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive experience in civil construction, with a minimum of 5 years in water/wastewater or filtration infrastructure.
• Demonstrated success in leading multi-million-dollar public or private infrastructure projects.
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.Familiarity with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to water treatment and environmental projects.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, 401(k), PTO)
• Opportunity to lead innovative and meaningful infrastructure projects
• A collaborative, forward-thinking company culture