Lead Project Manager — Water & Wastewater Construction

Filanc; Escondido, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Filanc is seeking a Project Manager to lead on-site construction activities for large-scale water and infrastructure projects. The role focuses on coordinating field teams, schedules, safety, quality, and client communications to ensure successful delivery.

The ideal candidate will drive project profitability, manage subcontractors, and implement efficient construction methods while maintaining a strong safety culture and compliance with corporate policies.

Qualifications

• Requires proven ability to plan, coordinate, and manage onsite construction activities for large projects.
• Demonstrated experience delivering projects on schedule and within budget.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills for field teams and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall management of all project activities and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policy
• Direct supervision of all field employees including Superintendents, Project Engineers, Assistants to ensure projects are on schedule and within budget
• Responsible for Job Profit and Loss
• Manages company-owned and rental equipment resources
• Develops and directs the implementation of two-week work schedules
• Plans and organizes all project staff including interview, hire, train and coach to maximize employee performance
• Reviews and selects construction methods and practices
• Directs communications with owner, owner's representatives and engineers
• Provides interpretation of disputes and changed conditions

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Job description

Filanc is seeking a Project Manager to lead on-site construction activities for large-scale water and infrastructure projects. The role focuses on coordinating field teams, schedules, safety, quality, and client communications to ensure successful delivery.

The ideal candidate will drive project profitability, manage subcontractors, and implement efficient construction methods while maintaining a strong safety culture and compliance with corporate policies.