Project Executive (Water/Wastewater)

Slayden; Stayton (OR); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid benefits

401(k) Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Job summary

Slayden Constructors Inc. (SCI), a leader in civil construction in the Pacific Northwest, seeks a Project Executive to lead large water and wastewater projects in Oregon. You will oversee multi-disciplinary teams, manage safety, budget, and schedule, and develop client relationships across complex programs.

The role requires strong leadership, technical acumen, and a proven track record on multi-million-dollar facilities with a focus on delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and close-out of large water/wastewater projects ($50M–$300M+).
• Oversee project teams and subcontractors with leadership and technical support.
• Monitor construction, assess risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Procure subcontractors and materials via subcontracts and purchasing.
• Ensure safety, quality, schedule, and budget goals are met.
• Manage risk, change orders, and claims while protecting company interests.
• Ensure compliance with specs, codes, and contractual requirements.
• Mentor staff and promote a high-performing team culture.
• Provide monthly reporting and collaborate with finance on forecasts and cash flow.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Water/wastewater knowledge

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in CM/ Civil Eng

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

• 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.
• 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.
• 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).
• 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.