Project Manager- Wastewater Treatment Plant - Moline, IL

IHC Construction Companies LLC; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Disability Insurance

Mental health support

401k with Employer Match and Profit Sh

Paid vacation and sick leave

Paid parental leave

Job summary

IHC Construction Companies LLC in the Chicagoland area seeks a Project Manager for an immediate opening in Moline, IL, to lead a $114 million wastewater treatment plant project.

The role requires heavy construction experience, strong leadership, communication, and the ability to manage from preconstruction to closeout, with on-site leadership and collaboration with owners, design teams, and inspectors.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience managing large-scale heavy construction projects (water/wastewater preferred).
• Experience in contract management and means/methods planning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle project management from estimating and scheduling to closeout.
• Oversight of sub-contractors, safety compliance, and quality control.
• Manage cost controls, change orders, and pay applications; coordinate office and field.
• Schedule and progress using Primavera P6; communicate with owners, design teams, and inspectors.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Client relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

IHC Construction Companies, LLC, is one of Chicagoland's longest established construction firms and an ENR Top 400 Contractor Nationally,with expanding operations in the Southeast.IHC employs a team of dedicated construction professionals with a broad depth of industry knowledge and expertise. IHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

We are actively seeking a PROJECT MANAGER for an immediate opening in Moline, IL, for a Wastewater Treatment Plant Project.

About the Project

Join a team leading the full transformation of the Wastewater Treatment Plant in Moline, IL- $114 million, four-year infrastructure project that will significantly improve wastewater services for the region.

This high-impact project includes total reconstruction of the existing Water Reclamation Facility, including demolition and reconstruction of all process and administrative buildings, process equipment and piping, electrical systems, site utilities, earthwork, drainage, and paving.

A successful Project Manager is adept in all areas of project management and can perform essential duties, including:

• pre-construction
• estimating
• contract management
• scheduling (ideally P6)
• construction means and methods
• cost control
• payment processes
• closeouts

A successful Project Manager candidate:

• has experience in heavy construction (wastewater treatment plant)
• has expertise to take project from preconstruction to closeout
• is a self-starter
• possesses strong team management skills
• has excellent verbal and written skills
• is confident and effective at delivering formal presentations in front of others
• has strong problem-solving skills and seek to resolve issues with a win-win outcome
• maintains the highest level of professionalism at all times
• leads by example, displaying honesty and integrity
• demonstrates a strong commitment to exceptional customer service
• lives in or near the Moline, IL area

Key Responsibilities:

• Full-cycle project management from estimating and scheduling to closeout
• Oversight of sub-contractors, safety compliance, and quality control
• Managing cost controls, change orders, and pay applications
• Scheduling using Primavera P6 (preferred)
• Daily coordination between office and field operations
• Maintain strong communication with ownership, design teams, and inspectors
• Foster a collaborative, results-driven team culture on-site

Qualifications / What We're Looking For:

• 7+ years of experience managing large-scale heavy construction, bridge work, infrastructure, or process facility projects
• Proven ability to manage multi-year schedules and large budgets
• Experience in contract management and means/methods planning
• Strong team leadership and coordination skills
• Effective communicator, strong written and verbal abilities
• Strong problem-solving mindset; committed to issue resolution with accountability
• Maintains high levels of professionalism, integrity, and customer service focus

Education & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field OR equivalent work experience
• Familiarity with P6 scheduling is a plus

Location:

This position is based in Moline, IL, with on-site project leadership required. Candidates within driving distance are preferred; relocation assistance may be considered.

Benefits:

• -Employer-paid Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription)
• -Disability Insurance (short-term and long-term)
• -Mental health support (e.g., Employee Assistance Program - EAP)
• -401k with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
• -Paid vacation and sick leave
• -Paid parental leave (maternity/paternity/adoption leave)
• -Bereavement leave
• -Holidays (paid company holidays)
• -Tuition reimbursement
• -Career advancement opportunities

IHC has a comprehensive program to fulfill its State & Federal requirements to provide a drug-free work environment. All candidates must be willing to submit to drug testing.