Construction Manager - Water/Wastewater

papedawson; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee infrastructure projects from pre-construction through closeout, managing schedule, budget, quality, and safety while coordinating with contractors and clients.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and at least 6 years of construction management experience; CCM certification is strongly preferred. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 6 years of progressive construction management experience.
• CCM certification strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated capability leading project teams and coordinating with contractors and stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of project controls, documentation, and construction administration processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality for on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Lead project administration activities: RFIs, submittals, change management, pay apps, closeout docs.
• Coordinate with contractors, clients, agencies, and internal disciplines to resolve issues and maintain progress.
• Maintain and review project documentation and reporting to track progress, compliance, and risks.
• Promote job site safety and oversee environmental compliance requirements.
• Lead and mentor project staff and coordinate workload.
• Facilitate startup/commissioning activities and coordination with supporting teams.

Skills

Leadership & team coordination

Project controls & reporting

Problem-solving & analytical

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management

Job description

Job Description

The Construction Manager position is responsible for overseeing infrastructure construction projects from pre-construction through closeout, managing schedule, budget, quality, and safety while coordinating with contractors, clients, and internal teams to deliver successful outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality to support on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Lead project administration activities such as RFIs, submittals, change management, pay applications, and closeout documentation as applicable.
• Coordinate with contractors, clients, agencies, and internal disciplines to resolve issues and maintain project progress.
• Maintain and review project documentation and reporting to track progress, compliance, and risks.
• Promote job site safety and oversee applicable environmental compliance requirements.
• Lead and mentor project staff, supporting team development and effective workload coordination.
• Facilitate startup/commissioning activities, punch lists, and coordination with supporting teams (e.g., document control, survey, environmental, land acquisition) as applicable.
• Support constructability reviews and value engineering efforts to improve delivery efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 6 years of progressive construction management experience.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) strongly preferred
• Demonstrated capability leading project teams and coordinating with contractors and stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of project controls, documentation, and construction administration processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Reliability and dependability.
• Ability to work Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm with overtime as needed.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.