Project Manager

Rockwell Sterling; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company vehicle

Job summary

Rockwell Sterling is seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in water and wastewater construction to lead projects in Nashville, Tennessee, and surrounding areas. The role requires delivering projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards while coordinating with owners, engineers, and subcontractors.

The ideal candidate will manage costs, schedules, contracts, and reporting, while ensuring safe, compliant project delivery and maintaining client relationships

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within water & wastewater or heavy civil construction.

Responsibilities

• Manage water and wastewater construction projects from preconstruction to completion.
• Oversee budgets, cost forecasting, scheduling, procurement, and subcontractor management.
• Coordinate with owners, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and field teams to maintain progress.
• Monitor performance, identify risks, and implement corrective actions to stay on track.
• Manage contracts, change orders, RFIs, project documentation and reporting.
• Collaborate with Superintendents and field teams for office-site coordination.
• Build and maintain client relationships to support repeat business.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental regulations and project specs.

Skills

Project management

Water & wastewater construction

Budgeting

Scheduling

Cost management

Leadership

Client management

Communication

Job description

Location: Nashville, TN, and surrounding regions

About the Opportunity

We are working with a growing heavy civil contractor seeking an experienced Project Manager with a background in water and wastewater construction to join its team in Nashville, Tennessee, and the surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a company with a strong pipeline of work, a commitment to long-term growth, and a culture that rewards the people who contribute to its success. Alongside a competitive compensation package, the company offers stock and share options, giving employees the opportunity to benefit from the company's continued growth and success.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage water and wastewater construction projects from preconstruction through completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Oversee project budgets, cost forecasting, scheduling, procurement, and subcontractor management.
• Coordinate with owners, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and field teams to maintain project progress.
• Monitor project performance, identify risks, and implement solutions to keep projects on track.
• Manage contracts, change orders, RFIs, project documentation, and progress reporting.
• Work closely with Superintendents and field personnel to ensure effective coordination between office and site operations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, supporting repeat business and future project opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, environmental regulations, and project specifications.

Required Experience

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within water and wastewater or heavy civil construction.
• Experience delivering projects such as wastewater treatment plants, water treatment facilities, pump stations, pipelines, and associated utility infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of project controls, budgeting, scheduling, contracts, and cost management.
• Experience leading project teams and coordinating subcontractors.
• Excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving, and client-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and project delivery.

What the Company Offers

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Stock and share options, providing the opportunity to benefit from the company's long-term growth and success.
• 401(k) retirement plan to support long-term financial planning.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company vehicle and gas card.
• Long-term career development and progression opportunities.
• The opportunity to take ownership of significant water and wastewater construction projects.
• A collaborative environment where experienced construction professionals can make a meaningful impact.
• The opportunity to join a growing business with a strong pipeline of work across Nashville and the surrounding Tennessee region.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced construction professional who understands the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects and can take ownership of projects from start to finish. They will be commercially minded, proactive, and comfortable working closely with field teams, clients, and subcontractors.

This opportunity would suit someone based in Nashville or the surrounding areas, or someone open to relocating to the region, who is looking for long-term career growth, a comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to share in the company's success through stock and share options.