Construction Manager - Water/Wastewater

Pape-Dawson; 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 construction projects from pre-construction through closeout, managing schedule, budget, quality, and safety. You will coordinate with contractors, clients, and internal teams to deliver successful outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management, 6 years of progressive CM experience, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in civil engineering, construction management, or related field.
• At least 6 years of progressive construction management experience.
• CCM certification strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead project teams and coordinate with contractors and stakeholders.
• Solid knowledge of project controls, documentation, and construction administration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with ability to build relationships.
• Flexible to changing priorities and deadlines; reliable and dependable.
• Ability to work Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm with overtime as needed.

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.
• Coordinate with contractors, clients, agencies, and internal disciplines to resolve issues and maintain 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.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for owners, contractors, agencies, and stakeholders.
• Lead project meetings and resolve construction, quality, schedule, and contractual issues.
• Support constructability reviews and value engineering efforts to improve delivery efficiency.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder coordination

Effective communication

Analytical/problem-solving

Team mentoring

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or 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.

Overview

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.

If you need an accommodation or assistance with completing your application due to a disability or special need, please contact our team at [e-mail] or call [phone].

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.