Construction Manager - Water

STV Incorporated; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 171,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (including HSA)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Continuing education

Professional licensure

Job summary

STV Incorporated in Atlanta, GA seeks an experienced Construction Manager for the Water/Wastewater group to support current staff and grow the practice across the state. The role emphasizes on-site oversight, coordination with Owners/Engineers, and mentoring junior staff while delivering major W/WW projects with a focus on safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

The successful candidate will have extensive W/WW facility construction/inspection experience, participate in client relations, and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in W/WW facility construction or construction inspection.
• Ability to adapt to significant, unique issues and projects requiring evaluation of intangibles.
• Demonstrated independent judgment in methods and procedures for new assignments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily on-site observations to verify work is progressing per contract documents.
• Identify defects and report to Owner and Engineer; provide observations and recommendations for corrections.
• Review project schedules and contractor sequencing; coordinate activities to minimize conflicts.
• Review construction drawings, specs, and plans; participate in meetings to resolve issues.
• Review payment applications and advise on approvals or rejections.
• Maintain daily diary/field records and as-built drawings reflecting changes.

Job description

STV has an immediate need in the Atlanta, GA area for a Construction Manager for our Water/Wastewater group. The successful candidate will support our current staff while assisting in growing the W/WW Construction Management practice to better service our clients statewide. This role offers unlimited opportunities to maintain existing client relationships, broaden STV’s service offerings geographically, be involved in major W/WW projects, mentor junior staff, all while promoting the culture of a healthy work-life balance.

Job Responsibilities

Conduct daily on-site observations of the general progress of the work to confirm for the Owner and Engineer that the work is proceeding in accordance with the contract documents.

Any defects or deficiencies in the work shall be reported to the Owner and Engineer.

Give observations, opinions, and recommendations for corrections.

Review project schedules and consult with Owner and Engineer regarding acceptability.

Review the Contractor’s construction sequencing proposals for all construction work to be undertaken.

Assist in coordinating scheduling of project activities to minimize conflicts with Owner’s activities.

Review construction plans, specifications, and other plans affecting assigned projects.

Participate in meetings to discuss construction details and resolves issues with contractors and other project stakeholders.

Review Contractor’s payment applications for accuracy.

Advise the Owner for payment or rejection.

May make field measurements.

May ensure conformance with applicable safety standards and regulations.

Assist in coordinating materials testing.

Identify on-site project problems.

Observe reports and alerts appropriate members of project team on non-conformance issues.

Monitor the correction of project deficiencies.

Observe field tests of equipment, structures, and piping, and review the resulting reports, commenting to Owner and Engineer.

Identify and recommend approval of necessary contract and/or plan adjustments to accommodate field conditions.

Maintain daily diary and field records of material and quantities used.

Maintain set of working drawings accurately depicting changes to the construction contract including but not limited to RFI’s, field changes, change orders, and change directives.

Calculate and recommend formal approval of appropriate progress payments to contractors for work completed.

Specific Requirements

Applicant must possess a minimum of 10 years of experience in W/WW facility construction or construction inspection. Having broad expertise or unique knowledge, uses construction concepts skills. Works on significant and unique issues and projects requiring an evaluation of intangibles. Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Occasionally provides consultation and advice to management regarding matters of considerable importance to the functional area. Exercises judgment to independently determine methods and procedures for completing new or special assignments. Has the ability to adapt to sudden changes in schedule and/or task. Analyzes schedule and prioritizes tasks to ensure critical work is observed and documented. Occasionally provides direct or indirect supervision to other personnel.

Compensation Range

$170,537.75 - $194,900.29

Benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Back-Up Dependent Care
• Parental Leave
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good‑faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

STV is one of the top infrastructure‑focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 65 offices and 3,400 employees who reimagine the solutions and structures that connect our communities. The firm is ranked 32nd in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms survey and is 10th in its transportation category. STV is deeply committed to investing in its people and creating a world‑class employee experience. We are passionate about mentoring, coaching and cultivating our talent because we know they are destined to become the next generation of industry leaders. We’re also committed to delivering formative career experiences – and we do that by providing challenging and unique work experiences, by mapping multiple ways to advance (beyond the traditional career ladder!) and by recognizing those who successfully chart new and exciting paths for the firm. We value a wide range of perspectives and experiences, without regard to any factor or characteristic, regardless of whether it is a category protected by federal, state and/or local law, making them an integral part of how we work. Our approach ensures that every individual is respected, heard, and given opportunities to contribute meaningfully. We remove barriers and create pathways for growth, embedding fairness into our daily operations. Learn more at stvinc.com. STV exists to make communities better through innovative solutions that connect people, places and the present to the future. Our local teams throughout the country deeply understand the needs of their communities and have the expertise to provide solutions. We are also committed to giving back to our communities and our neighbors through volunteering and philanthropic activities; fundraising events; scholarships, internships, and mentoring; and sustainability and community improvement projects. Learn more.

STV provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.