Project Executive (Water/Wastewater)

MWH Constructors, Inc.; Stayton (OR); Presencial; USD 140.000 - 210.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health benefits

Company-paid life & AD&D

Disability (STD/LTD)

Paid time off

Parental leave

10 paid holidays

401(k) plan with company match

Employee referral program

Descripción de la vacante

Slayden Constructors Inc. in Oregon seeks a Project Executive to lead major water and wastewater infrastructure programs, overseeing multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors on projects ranging from $50M to $300M.

The role requires proven leadership, strong technical acumen, risk and change-order management, and a track record of delivering safety, quality, schedule, and budget goals on complex heavy civil endeavors.

Formación

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil/Environmental Engineering, or related field
• Minimum of 10 years of construction, design, finance and management experience on heavy civil or industrial 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 water/wastewater systems, including process piping, concrete structures, equipment, 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 CM/Procore/MS Project or equivalent CM software

Responsabilidades

• Lead the planning, execution, and close-out of large-scale water/wastewater projects ($50M–$300M+)
• Oversee project teams, including engineers, superintendents, field staff and subcontractors
• Monitor and control construction, investigate serious issues and implement corrective actions
• Procure subcontractors and materials via 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, specs and codes
• Promote safe work practices and guide reporting staff
• Assume additional responsibilities as directed by senior leadership
• Identify and pursue new work in the water/wastewater market
• Collaborate with marketing, estimating and leadership on strategic pursuits
• Represent the company at presentations, interviews, and events
• Develop annual business development goals and growth plans
• Serve as primary point of contact for owners, engineers and stakeholders
• Maintain long-term client relationships through clear communication
• Advise clients on constructability, delivery methods and challenges
• Lead or participate in partnering sessions and preconstruction planning
• Establish and maintain project budgets; monitor costs and take corrective actions
• Coordinate with accounting on forecasts, cash flow and cost control
• Provide timely monthly reporting
• Mentor and develop project staff; promote high-performing culture
• Conduct performance reviews and support professional development
• Foster collaboration across field and office teams

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Team management

Educación

Bachelor's degree in CM or related

10+ years construction/PM experience

Herramientas

CMiC

Procore

MS Project

Descripción del empleo

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.