Project Manager

Ulliman Schutte Construction, LLC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation plan

Generous benefits package

Long-term stability

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Project Manager in Chantilly, Virginia, with specific experience in water infrastructure or related heavy/industrial construction. The role includes project leadership, safety management, budget control, and team development. Ideal candidates will possess a BS in engineering and have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. The company offers a stable work environment, a comprehensive compensation package, and a culture of collaboration. Additional credentials such as a Professional Engineer license are preferred.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years experience in Water Infrastructure Construction or related heavy/industrial construction.
• Experience successfully leading teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate project meetings, providing regular updates.
• Champion the company's Zero Injury Safety Program.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project schedules and budgets.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with subcontractors and vendors.
• Train and develop assigned staff including project Engineers and Interns.

Skills

Project Leadership

Communication

Safety Management

Budget Management

Education

BS in Civil, Mechanical, or Construction Engineering

Job description

Join Ulliman Schutte! A national leader in heavy civil construction, building critical water and wastewater infrastructure that protects communities and the environment.

Ulliman Schutte is more than a construction company, we are a team of passionate professionals committed to protecting one of the world’s most valuable resources: water. From advanced water and wastewater treatment facilities to essential environmental infrastructure, our projects make communities healthier, stronger, and more sustainable.

Our success comes directly from the expertise, dedication, and ingenuity of our people. That’s why we offer long‑term stability, a comprehensive compensation plan, and a generous benefits package; along with a culture where collaboration, growth, and camaraderie are part of the job.

We are seeking a Project Manager with experience in water infrastructure construction or very related heavy/industrial construction to add to our growing team in the Northern Virginia region.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil, Mechanical, or Construction Engineering.
• A minimum of 5 years experience in Water Infrastructure Construction or very related heavy/industrial construction.
• Experience successfully leading teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Project Manager Daily Life

• Project Leadership & Communication: Lead and facilitate project meetings, providing regular updates and reporting to key stakeholders while maintaining strong relationships with owners, designers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Safety Management: Champion and actively drive the company's Zero Injury Safety Program, fostering a culture of safety accountability across all project teams and job sites.
• Schedule, Budget & Cost Control: Develop and manage comprehensive project schedules, establish budgets, and implement proactive cost control measures to ensure projects are delivered on time and within financial targets.
• Subcontractor & Vendor Coordination: Build and maintain productive working relationships with subcontractors and vendors, overseeing the contract awarding process to ensure seamless project execution.
• Train & Develop: assigned staff including project Engineers, Co-op/Interns.

Project Manager Nice to Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• Extensive experience with water infrastructure related construction