Project Executive (Water/Wastewater)

Slayden Constructors Inc.; Stayton (OR); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401(k)

Life insurance

AD&D

Short/Long-term disability

Holiday pay

Job summary

Slayden Constructors Inc. seeks a Project Executive to lead and deliver large water and wastewater infrastructure projects in Oregon. You will oversee multi-disciplinary teams, guide project strategy, and ensure safety, quality, and timely execution on multi-million dollar programs.

The role emphasizes client relationship management, BD collaboration, and strong leadership to align technical delivery with business goals; experience in CMAR or design-build is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil/Environmental Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years in construction, design, finance and management on heavy civil or industrial projects.
• 5+ years on water/wastewater plant projects.
• Proven ability to lead construction projects; design-build and CMAR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and close-out of large water/wastewater projects (typically $50M–$300M+).
• Oversee project teams, including engineers, superintendents, field staff, and subcontractors.
• Monitor/control construction, safety, schedule, and budget; manage risk and change orders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelors in CM/Engineering

Tools

CMiC

Procore

MS Project

Job description

Slayden Constructors Inc. (SCI), a wholly owned subsidiary of MWH Constructors, Inc. (MWH), is currently seeking a Project Executive to support large wastewater infrastructure projects in Oregon.

Slayden Constructors is a leader in the civil construction industry in the Pacific Northwest, focused on water and wastewater infrastructure. Over the last 40 years, we have ingrained our reputation with our clients on successful projects, positively impacting local communities. Grow your career with a team committed to delivering quality projects timely and safely, while supporting our guiding principles: People Matter, Team Unity, Solutions Driven, and Forward Focused.

This role requires strong leadership, technical acumen, and a proven record of managing complex, multi-million dollar water infrastructure projects.

Essential Functions

Project Leadership + Execution

• Lead the planning, execution, and close-out of large-scale water/wastewater treatment plant projects (typically $50M - $300M+).
• Oversee project teams, including engineers, superintendents, field staff, and subcontractors, providing leadership and technical support.
• Monitor/control construction, investigating potentially serious situations and implementing corrective measures.
• Procure subcontractors and materials through purchase agreements and subcontracts.
• Ensure safety, quality, schedule, and budget goals are met or exceeded
• Proactively manage project risk, change orders, and claims, while protecting company interests.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, technical specifications, and applicable codes and standards.
• Work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and ensure that direct reporting employees follow safe work practices, using company guidelines and policies for planning and executing work in a safe manner.
• Assume additional responsibilities as directed by senior leadership.

Seller-Doer/Business Development

• Identify, pursue, and help secure new work in the water/wastewater market, with a focus on existing clients and target pursuits.
• Collaborate with marketing, estimating, and executive leadership on strategic pursuits and proposals.
• Participate in presentations, interviews, and industry events to represent the company and build brand visibility.
• Assist in developing annual business development goals and growth plans for assigned regions or markets.

Client + Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, engineers, and stakeholders.
• Foster and maintain long-term client relationships through consistent communication and performance.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing expertise on constructability, delivery methods, and project challenges.
• Lead or participate in partnering sessions, preconstruction planning meetings, and progress updates.

Financial Management

• Establish and maintain project budgets; monitor project costs and proactively implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with project accounting and finance teams on forecasts, cash flow, and cost control.
• Provide timely and accurate monthly reporting.

Team Development + Leadership

• Mentor and develop project staff; foster a high-performing, team-first culture.
• Conduct performance reviews and support professional development for assigned team members.
• Promote a collaborative environment across field and office teams, ensuring alignment and accountability.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil/Environmental Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience and training/education.
• Minimum of 10 years of construction, design, finance and management experience/knowledge required on heavy civil or industrial construction projects.
• 5+ years of experience on water or wastewater plant projects.
• Proven ability to lead construction projects; design-build and CMAR experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of w/ww systems, including process piping, concrete structures, implementation, mechanical equipment, installation, and startup/commissioning.
• Track record of successful client relationship management and business development.
• Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary teams, including self-perform and subcontracted work.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g. CMiC, Procore, MS Project, or equivalent).

Preferred Qualifications

• Safety oriented, OSHA training.

Benefits

• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program

MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company in heavy civil construction with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services through a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction and construction services, the Company’s multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Please note that all positions require a pre-employment screening, including a drug and background check, as a condition of employment.

Slayden Constructors does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes/profiles sent to Slayden in any way will be considered Slayden property. Slayden will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume or profile. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Slayden Recruiting team to submit resumes/profiles, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Slayden will not pay a fee to any agency that does not have such agreement in place. We thank you for your cooperation.