Operations Manager - WWT

Commercial Contracting Corporation; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid medical & dental premiums

Health Savings Account (HSA) bonus + employer match

401(k) match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Job summary

Commercial Contracting Corporation in Auburn Hills is looking for an experienced Operations Manager specialized in water and wastewater treatment plant construction. This role requires overseeing project execution while ensuring compliance with budgets and schedules.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related fields, with 15+ years of relevant experience. The position offers robust benefits including full health coverage from day one and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in municipal water and wastewater treatment plant construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, scheduling, estimating, and engineering principles.
• Experience with self‑perform contracting, design build, and construction management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee project execution, ensuring compliance with scope, budget, and schedule.
• Manage project financial performance including budgeting and cost control.
• Mentor project staff to support professional growth and succession planning.

Skills

Construction Management

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Cost Control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Sage 300

Procore

Prolog

Job description

Operations Manager – WWTP (Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants)

Location: Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326

Company Commercial Contracting Corporation (CCC) seeks an experienced and motivated Operations Manager with a strong background in municipal water and wastewater treatment plant construction. CCC is a self-performing prime contractor serving municipalities across Michigan on projects ranging from $500,000 to over $200 million under all delivery methods.

This role provides leadership, oversight, and mentorship to project teams throughout the project lifecycle, guiding the successful execution of complex treatment plant construction. The Operations Manager ensures projects meet contractual requirements, client objectives, budget, schedule, safety, and quality standards while effectively coordinating multidisciplinary internal teams.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead and oversee project and program execution to ensure compliance with scope, budget, schedule, and contract requirements.
• Guide project teams through all phases of water and wastewater treatment plant construction.
• Manage project development, contract execution, financial performance, and close‑out activities.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including CCC self‑perform groups and subconsultants, to meet project objectives.
• Mentor and develop project staff to support professional growth and succession planning.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and quality project delivery.
• Identify opportunities for additional scopes, innovative solutions, and follow‑on work with existing and new clients.
• Support business development efforts, including strategy development, proposal preparation, and contract negotiations.
• Oversee project financial performance, including budgeting, cost control, invoicing, and subconsultant management.
• Ensure compliance with all internal and client health, safety, environmental, quality, and financial policies.

Core Competencies & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 15+ years of experience in municipal water and wastewater treatment plant construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, scheduling, estimating, cost control, equipment, and engineering principles.
• Experience with delivery methods including self‑perform general contractor, design‑build, construction management, and traditional GC.
• Working knowledge of Sage 300, Procore, Prolog, and/or Contract Manager preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and supervisory skills.

Benefits

• 100% company‑paid medical & dental premiums (individual, couple, or family) – effective Day 1
• Health Savings Account (HSA) bonus + employer match
• 401(k) match: dollar‑for‑dollar up to 5 % of salary
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – profit sharing

Work Environment

This role includes both office work and regular visits to active industrial job sites. Flexibility and occasional travel are required.

Equal Opportunity Employment

CCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre‑employment substance abuse test.