Lead Electrical Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

Alterman Management Group, Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Alterman is seeking a Senior Project Manager to drive profit and loss for complex electrical construction projects in the water and wastewater sector. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage project scope, schedule, and budgets, and ensure compliance and safety across live facilities in Austin, TX.

The role emphasizes strong client relationships, thorough planning, and coordination with engineers, field crews, and vendors to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience managing electrical construction projects in water/wastewater facilities.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical plans, diagrams, and specifications.
• Familiar with project budgeting, scheduling, and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Account management and client relationships for assigned projects.
• Lead project planning, kick-off meetings, and progress reviews.
• Manage project cost, scheduling, and procurement in accordance with company policy.
• Coordinate with vendors, engineers, and field teams to integrate electrical/controls systems.
• Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Electrical project management

Communication skills

Reading electrical diagrams

NEC knowledge

Project budgeting

Education

Inside Wireman Apprenticeship Completion

Associate degree in Construction/Engineering Management

5+ years PM experience in electrical construction

Tools

Primavera

Microsoft Project

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Alterman is seeking a Senior Project Manager to drive profit and loss for complex electrical construction projects in the water and wastewater sector. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage project scope, schedule, and budgets, and ensure compliance and safety across live facilities in Austin, TX.

The role emphasizes strong client relationships, thorough planning, and coordination with engineers, field crews, and vendors to deliver projects on time and within budget.