Construction Project Manager - #2918

Wadetrim; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Wadetrim is seeking a Construction Project Manager for their Atlanta office, specializing in water and wastewater projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong managerial and communication skills, along with over 10 years of experience in construction management.

The role involves acting as the liaison with clients, conducting field inspections, and mentoring the junior staff. The supportive culture at Wadetrim emphasizes innovation and employee ownership.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering or construction management experience.
• Ability to interpret technical data and perform technical writing.
• Strong people and team building skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the on-site liaison with the client and community.
• Maintain excellent client relations.
• Conduct field inspections.
• Coordinate and communicate with contractors regarding construction.
• Mentor junior staff.

Skills

Managerial and delegation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

What We Offer

Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long‑term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Rotation Program, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.

Position Description

We are looking for a Construction Project Manager to join our Construction team in our Atlanta office with water and wastewater experience. This position requires strong managerial and delegation skills, excellent communication skills with all levels of staff as well as good organizational skills. This position requires the ability to pursue, achieve and complete projects as the project/client manager.

Responsibilities

• Act as the on-site liaison with the client and community


• Maintain excellent client relations


• Conduct field inspections


• Coordinate and communicate with contractors regarding construction project activity


• Mentor junior staff


• Responsible for project proposal development including positioning, approach, preparation and pricing


• Responsible for project execution including scope, schedule and budget


• Manage resources to successfully deliver project to client on time and under budget while meeting or exceeding client expectations


• Provide design/technical expertise to project


• Coordinate the design function with various team members on the project


• Ensure employees have knowledge and tools to complete tasks


• Generate additional sales through business development activities


• Supervise project review (QA/QC) meetings


• Assist with project reports and technical presentations


• Attend client, staff and project meetings


• Estimate fees, review project plans and specifications


• Maintain a safe working environment

Qualifications

• High school diploma


• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field is preferred or equivalent experience


• 10+ years of related engineering or construction management experience


• This position should have strong people and team building skills in order to effectively communicate with clients and other staff. This person should also be highly motivated, organized, and able to interpret technical data and perform technical writing.


• This position requires exceptional interpersonal skills with demonstrated experience in networking within the consultant and client communities

About Wade Trim

Wade Trim is committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We’ve been solving complex engineering challenges for a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.

Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm’s future through strategic planning.

To solve our clients’ toughest challenges, we’ve devoted ourselves to delivering innovative solutions. Our Office of Applied Technology (OAT) is dedicated to seeking new technologies or ways to apply existing technologies to enhance value to our clients and positively impact communities. All staff are encouraged to share ideas and suggestions for innovative technologies or processes to adopt. This open-minded approach enables us to advance technology, foster innovation, and stay ahead of our clients’ needs.

Wade Trim’s success is shared by the employees that make it happen. Since our beginning, our firm has been 100% employee owned. This cultivates an ownership mindset that benefits our work approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver client solutions. We believe employee ownership drives the sustainability and growth of our firm and provides all our employees with opportunities for financial success.

Wade Trim is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity Employer.