Construction Project Manager

Prospect Construction, Inc.; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Provided Medical Insurance

401(k) and Profit-Sharing Plan

Paid Holidays

Training and Development Plans

Vehicle Allowance

Job summary

Prospect Construction, Inc. seeks a Treatment Plant Project Manager to lead water and wastewater projects from preconstruction through closeout in our Washington State office. This in-person, full-time role oversees self-performed and subcontracted work, ensuring safety, schedule, and budget compliance.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with cast-in-place concrete and process mechanical installations, and the ability to coordinate a diverse team to deliver complex facilities on time.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven experience managing construction projects in water/wastewater or related infra.
• Experience in self-performed cast-in-place concrete and process mechanical work.
• Ability to read and interpret owner specifications and engineering drawings (structural, mechanical, process).
• Strong leadership and communication to coordinate owners, engineers, field staff, and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervision and management of construction and quality control on treatment plants, pump stations, CSO tanks, and concrete/mechanical projects.
• Plan, sequence, and schedule construction to keep facilities operational during tie-ins and shutdowns.
• Develop and maintain the CPM schedule and coordinate with owners, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Coordinate procurement, submittals, and cost control; manage change orders and communications.
• Ensure health and safety standards compliance and manage project closeout documents.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Construction scheduling

CPM scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering/Construction Management/Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Bluebeam

Job description

Prospect Construction is currently seeking a Treatment Plant Project Manager to join our team based out of our Washington State office. This is an in-person, full-time position.

Building with Purpose. Delivering with Expertise.

Prospect Construction is a leading Heavy Civil Contractor specializing in complex water and wastewater treatment facilities and large-scale civil infrastructure. With decades of self-perform capability and deep technical experience, we approach every project with precision, integrity, and a commitment to true partnership. Founded in 1998 in Puyallup, Washington, Prospect has grown from its roots as a General Contractor into one of the West’s premier treatment plant and civil infrastructure builders. Our success is driven by disciplined execution, problem-solving expertise, and a team united by our Core values—Passion, Courage, Team, and Stewardship.

Why do we exist? Prospect Construction seeks to glorify God by providing opportunities for our employees to utilize their unique gifts through construction to benefit and serve our families, stakeholders, and community. What do we do? We construct unique, complex, and challenging projects for our clients throughout the west.

The Treatment Plant Project Manager leads water and wastewater projects from preconstruction through closeout, including treatment plants, pump stations, CSO tanks, and other complex concrete and mechanical projects. This position oversees self-performed and subcontracted work and is responsible for delivering each project safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with the contract documents.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience managing cast-in-place concrete structures and process mechanical installations, understands how to build in and around operating facilities, and can coordinate a diverse team of field staff, subcontractors, suppliers, engineers, and owners to achieve the best results.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct supervision and maintain overall responsibility for the management of construction and quality control activities on treatment plant, pump station, CSO tank, and concrete/mechanical projects.
• Plan, sequence, and schedule construction to keep existing treatment facilities and pump stations in operation, including tie-ins, bypass pumping, shutdowns, and coordination with plant operations staff.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate the overall project CPM schedule to management, the project Superintendent, the Owner/Engineer, and subcontractors.
• Analyze impacts to the project schedule and negotiate schedule extensions with the Owner and their representatives.
• Determine needed resources (manpower, equipment, and materials) from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations.
• Coordinate and manage project detailing requirements, including concrete lift drawings, reinforcing and embed details, metal fabrication detail drawings, and process mechanical and piping layout drawings, so materials can be purchased and delivered on time.
• Manage procurement and submittals for process equipment, pumps, valves, gates, and piping, and coordinate with manufacturers’ representatives.
• Oversee liquid-containing structure requirements, including water stop, joint sealants, leakage testing, and coatings.
• Coordinate equipment testing, startup, commissioning, and owner training with the Engineer, plant staff, and suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts, and manage subcontractor and supplier costs, submittals, RFIs, schedules, pay requests, change orders, and communications.
• Obtain permits and licensing.
• Attend and lead weekly progress meetings with the Owner.
• Prepare, finalize, and manage the monthly pay request with the Owner or their representative to ensure timely receipt of payment.
• Perform monthly labor and material budget analysis, and evaluate progress and prepare detailed reports.
• Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards, including confined space, excavation, and work in operating facilities.
• Manage project closeout, including as-built drawings, spare parts, and O&M manuals, and document substantial completion, final completion, and project warranty dates.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of proven experience managing construction projects, with a track record of successful outcomes.
• Experience managing water or wastewater treatment plant, pump station, or CSO tank projects.
• Experience with self-performed cast-in-place concrete and process mechanical work.
• In-depth understanding of construction procedures, materials, and project management principles.
• Ability to manage project scheduling and cost control, and to read and understand owner specifications and engineering drawings, including structural, mechanical, and process drawings.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to delegate work when needed.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with owners, engineers, plant operations staff, and subcontractors.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with equipment startup and commissioning on treatment facilities.
• Experience working in and around operating plants, including tie-ins, bypass pumping, and phased construction.
• Experience with CPM scheduling software (such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project) and Bluebeam.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or comparable work experience.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time

Prospect Construction Has a Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Company Provided Medical Insurance: HSA Medical Plan with 100% premium coverage for Employee + Family- OR Optional PPO buy up plan (cost shared premium.)
• Bonus Plan
• Retirement: 401(k) and Profit-Sharing Plan
• 1 Week of Accrued Sick Leave
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Training and Development Plans
• Vehicle Allowance
• Company Provided Phone or Phone Stipend

Prospect Construction, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. Any resume submitted without a signed agreement in place will be considered the property of Prospect Construction, Inc., and no fee will be paid.

Prospect Construction, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.