Construction Manager III - IV (Municipal Water Infrastructure)

West Yost; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 100,250 - 158,350; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) profit sharing with employer match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

West Yost is seeking a Construction Manager III – IV for municipal water infrastructure projects in Reno, NV. The ideal candidate has 8-10+ years managing civil construction projects, particularly in water, wastewater, and public infrastructure.

This full-time position requires excellent communication skills, a valid California Driver's License, and may involve travel to project sites. Benefits include comprehensive health plans, retirement matching, and ongoing education support.

Qualifications

• 8 - 10+ years in civil construction project oversight.
• Required experience with treatment plants, pump stations, pipelines.
• Strong technical water-related civil engineering knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project responsibilities in construction management.
• Develop and maintain client contact throughout projects.
• Prepare reports and manage project budget proposals.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications

Computer literate with MS Word, Excel, Project, Adobe

Lead project meetings

Communicate effectively with contractors and staff

Manage project team

Effective communicator for marketing efforts

Education

College degree in civil engineering or construction management

Professional Engineer (PE) certification in California

Tools

Procore

Job description

Who We Are

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.

Compensation Range

$100,250 - $158,350. Based on our Reno office location. (West Yost uses geographic salary differentials that would apply for candidates in other regions).

Status

Full-time, Exempt

Location

Reno, NV (https://www.westyost.com/locations/)

Physical Presence

This role will require a physical presence at the client project site 4 – 5 days a week.

Job Title

Construction Manager III – IV (Municipal Water Infrastructure)

Job Description

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.

Experience and Qualification Requirements

• 8 - 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. This position requires excellent attendance and an ability to be fully mobile on the job site.
• Developing and maintaining client contact before, during, and after project completion.
• Cultivating client relationships through organizational involvement and by direct contract.
• Conducting business development and client engagement in pursuit of identifying and winning work.
• Identifying key pursuits and developing proposals and budgets for CM related projects.
• This position entails climbing ladders, reaching, stooping, and kneeling, among others.
• A valid CA Driver’s License is required.

Skills

• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications; prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports.
• Computer literate and ability to use MS Word, Excel, Project, Adobe, and construction documentation software such as Procore.
• Lead project meetings, prepare meeting agendas, and prepare meeting minutes.
• Ability to review contractor monthly pay requests and confirm quantity & pricing is correct.
• Experience with analyzing and negotiating potential change orders, dispute resolution, and claims mitigation.
• Communicate effectively with contractors, city and agency staff, engineers, and regulatory agencies.
• Ability to manage a project team including resident inspectors, CM administrative support, and subconsultants.
• Effective communicator who can assist with marketing or business development efforts.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess strong technical water-related civil engineering or construction management education and knowledge, proactive organizational skills, and excellent interpersonal/communication skills including the ability to quickly develop working relationships internally within the firm and externally with clients and teaming partners.

A college degree, and Professional Engineer (PE) certification in California is preferred, but not required.

Travel Requirements

This position will require travel to client offices and project sites.

Standard Benefits

We provide a comprehensive array of valuable benefits to protect your health, your family, and your way of life. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 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, and even pet insurance.

Other Unique Benefits

You’ll be provided with support in on-going education through our 529 college savings plan/student loan repayment program, tuition reimbursement, paid professional memberships, paid training, and Leadership Academy programs. You’ll be recognized for your contributions at West Yost through milestone anniversary benefits, peer to peer recognition programs, the potential for employee stock ownership, annual monetary and paid time off bonuses, performance‑based bonus eligibility, merit increase eligibility, and employee referral bonuses. We also offer a wellness reimbursement.