Lead Construction PM – Large-Scale Water Treatment (DBOOM/DBOOT)

Aquatech; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

Aquatech is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead field construction on a major water treatment facility in Donaldsonville, LA. You will oversee day-to-day on-site activities, subcontractor coordination, and schedule/budget performance from mobilization through commissioning.

The role requires 8+ years in industrial/wastewater construction, proficiency with scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project), and strong leadership to manage multiple stakeholders while ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in Construction Management, Civil/Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of construction project management experience in industrial/wastewater/heavy civil sectors.
• Experience with DBOO(M)/design-build project delivery models preferred.
• Louisiana/Texas site experience a plus; ability to work with international clients is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage on-site construction activities safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Serve as the primary field point of contact among Aquatech, EPC team, subcontractors, and owner representatives.
• Coordinate multiple subcontractors across civil, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation trades.
• Develop and monitor the construction schedule; identify risks and mitigate delays.
• Control project costs, change orders, and subcontract payments; forecast vs. budget.
• Oversee procurement and delivery of materials/equipment for field progress.
• Lead weekly progress meetings with subcontractors, client, and stakeholders.
• Support commissioning and startup activities with engineering and operations teams.

Skills

Construction management

Project leadership

Schedule management

Primavera P6

MS Project

OSHA 30

Procore

Bluebeam

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

Aquatech is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead field construction on a major water treatment facility in Donaldsonville, LA. You will oversee day-to-day on-site activities, subcontractor coordination, and schedule/budget performance from mobilization through commissioning.

The role requires 8+ years in industrial/wastewater construction, proficiency with scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project), and strong leadership to manage multiple stakeholders while ensuring