Project Manager I

Baker Concrete Construction, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Concrete Construction, Inc. is expanding and seeks a seasoned Project Manager to lead the construction and commissioning of wastewater treatment plants and related systems, leveraging strong self‑perform capabilities.

You will oversee project execution from initiation to close‑out, coordinating risk, quality, schedule, and budgets while ensuring owner satisfaction and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of water/wastewater treatment plant construction experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Strong technical and mechanical aptitude; excellent communication and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage construction teams to deliver high‑quality projects on time and within budget.
• Oversee all financial aspects of the project, including budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting.
• Develop and implement project documentation, cost control, reporting, change management, quality assurance, procurement, communication systems, and safety procedures.
• Ensure the predictability and quality of projects, focusing on owner satisfaction.
• Maintain leadership continuity throughout all construction phases, from initiation to final close‑out and commissioning.
• Leverage self‑perform capabilities to optimize project control, quality, and efficiency.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Education

BS degree in Construction Management / Civil Engineering

Job description

Summary

We’re expanding and have an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned Project Manager to join our Treatment team. This role focuses on managing the construction and commissioning of wastewater treatment plants (WWTP), water reclamation facilities, and comprehensive treatment systems, with a significant emphasis on leveraging self‑perform capabilities.

About the Role

As a Project Manager, you will lead the construction team, overseeing all aspects of project execution from initiation to final close‑out and commissioning. Your responsibilities will include managing risk, quality, schedule, and financial aspects of the projects. You’ll assemble and manage procedures for documentation, cost control, reporting, change management, quality assurance, procurement, communication systems, and safety. Your focus will be on ensuring project predictability, quality, and owner satisfaction.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage construction teams to deliver high‑quality projects on time and within budget.
• Oversee all financial aspects of the project, including budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting.
• Develop and implement project documentation, cost control, reporting, change management, quality assurance, procurement, communication systems, and safety procedures.
• Ensure the predictability and quality of projects, focusing on owner satisfaction.
• Maintain leadership continuity throughout all construction phases, from initiation to final close‑out and commissioning.
• Leverage self‑perform capabilities to optimize project control, quality, and efficiency.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of relevant experience in water/wastewater treatment plant construction is required.
• Knowledge of construction, design, finance, and management with a thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices.
• BS degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong technical and mechanical aptitude.
• Proven ability to coach, train and mentor others.
• Highly collaborative work style with excellent communication skills, tact, and diplomacy are essential.

Baker is an EOE Disability/Veterans Employer.

Applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation for any or part of the application process may make their requests known by emailing [e-mail] or calling 1-513-539-4000 and asking for HR.