Construction Manager - Water/Wastewater

Pape-Dawson Consulting Engineers, LLC; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee infrastructure projects in the San Antonio area. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality while coordinating with contractors and clients to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.

Responsibilities include RFIs, submittals, change orders, closeout, reporting, and ensuring environmental compliance. Leadership experience and CCM certification are strongly preferred for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field is required or equivalent experience.
• CCM certification is highly preferred and indicates experience in managing complex projects.
• Demonstrated ability to lead project teams and coordinate with contractors and stakeholders.

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.
• Support constructability reviews, value engineering, commissioning, startup, and owner training.
• Maintain and review project documentation and reporting to track progress, compliance, and risks.
• Promote job site safety and oversee applicable environmental compliance requirements.
• Directly supervise construction managers, inspectors, resident project representatives, field engineers, and field services personnel.
• 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.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for owners, contractors, agencies, and stakeholders.
• Lead project meetings and facilitate resolution of construction, quality, schedule, and contractual issues.
• Support constructability reviews and value engineering efforts to improve delivery efficiency.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication

Schedule management

Budget management

Safety compliance

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

CCM certification preferred

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.
• Support constructability reviews, value engineering, commissioning, startup, and owner training.
• Maintain and review project documentation and reporting to track progress, compliance, and risks.
• Promote job site safety and oversee applicable environmental compliance requirements.
• Directly supervise construction managers, inspectors, resident project representatives, field engineers, and field services personnel.
• 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.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for owners, contractors, agencies, and stakeholders.
• Lead project meetings and facilitate resolution of construction, quality, schedule, and contractual issues.
• 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.

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.

Pape-Dawson is a leading civil engineering and professional services firm, with a history of delivering award-winning infrastructure and development projects with national impact. Our diverse team of experts is passionate about solving complex problems and making a difference in our communities. We offer career opportunities in a company culture that values personal growth and professional excellence. With world-class benefits and a commitment to your overall wellbeing, Pape-Dawson is a place where you can thrive both personally and professionally.