Project Manager – Water/Wastewater Infrastructure (00563)

Pmaconsultants; Plymouth (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Job summary

PMA Consultants is seeking a Project Manager to lead the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects in Southeast Michigan. You will independently manage small-to-medium projects and coordinate with owners, designers, vendors, and internal teams from development through closeout.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of construction or PM experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency with Primavera P6.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related field.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in construction or project management.
• Water/wastewater infrastructure experience preferred; other complex projects considered.
• Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders including owners, contractors, and vendors.
• Owner's representative or client-side PM experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple concurrent projects or priorities.
• Proficiency with project management software; Primavera P6 preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead meetings and present project information.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day project planning, construction execution, and delivery to meet design, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
• Manage project scopes, budgets, schedules, resources, milestones, and governance processes.
• Coordinate design and construction delivery teams on the client's behalf.
• Review contractor and design-consultant schedules, budgets, submittals, and technical progress.
• Provide day-to-day site oversight and QA/QC observations during construction and closeout.
• Interface with owners, contractors, consultants, and vendors to resolve issues.
• Monitor milestones, changes, and financial performance; develop recovery plans when needed.
• Identify risks, track performance metrics, and propose mitigation strategies.
• Lead project meetings and drive effective communication across teams.
• Support contract administration, procurement, and change-order review.
• Assist with procurement documents, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and project docs.
• Mentor junior staff and support their development.
• Maintain PM processes, tools, and reporting with internal and client teams.
• Occasional overtime/weekend work may be required.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling

Budgeting

QA/QC

Stakeholder coordination

Leadership

Communication

On-site oversight

Contract administration

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

PMA Consultants is seeking a Project Manager to support the delivery of large-scale water and wastewater infrastructure projects and programs for major clients in Southeast Michigan. The Project Manager will independently manage small-to-medium construction projects or portions of larger programs, overseeing planning, scheduling, budgeting, construction execution, and stakeholder coordination from project development through closeout.

Working on the client's behalf, this role serves as a key liaison among owners, contractors, design consultants, vendors, and internal teams. The Project Manager will provide day-to-day project leadership, monitor cost and schedule performance, support contract administration, identify and mitigate risks, and provide site oversight and QA/QC observations. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, managing multiple priorities, and representing the client's interests throughout the project lifecycle.

1. 1. Direct day-to-day project planning, construction execution, and delivery to meet design, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
   2. Manage project scopes, budgets, schedules, resources, milestones, and project governance processes.
   3. Manage and coordinate design and construction delivery teams on the client's behalf.
   4. Review and validate contractor and design-consultant schedules, budgets, submittals, and technical progress against project requirements and client objectives.
   5. Provide day-to-day site oversight and QA/QC observations during construction and closeout.
   6. Coordinate architect, engineer, contractor, and consultant responses to field conditions and project issues.
   7. Monitor project milestones, changes, technical progress, and financial performance; develop and implement recovery plans when necessary.
   8. Identify project risks, track performance metrics, and recommend mitigation strategies and process improvements.
   9. Serve as a primary point of contact for owners, contractors, consultants, vendors, and other stakeholders, resolving conflicts and keeping project objectives aligned.
   10. Lead project meetings and facilitate effective communication across project teams.
   11. Support contract administration, procurement activities, vendor coordination, and change-order review.
   12. Assist with the development and review of procurement documents, construction specifications, submittals, RFIs, and other project documentation.
   13. Mentor and provide oversight to junior staff while supporting their professional development.
   14. Interface regularly with internal departments and external clients to ensure high-quality service delivery.
   15. Establish and maintain effective project management processes, tools, documentation, and reporting.
   16. Occasional overtime may be required to meet project deliverables; weekend work is rare but may occasionally be necessary.
   17. Perform other duties as assigned.

1. 1. Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
   2. 7+ years of relevant experience in construction or project management.
   3. Water/wastewater infrastructure experience preferred; candidates with strong experience managing complex building, process, industrial, civil infrastructure, or similar construction projects will also be considered.
   4. Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders, including owners/clients, contractors, design consultants, engineers, and vendors.
   5. Experience in an owner's-representative or client-side project management role preferred.
   6. Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple concurrent projects or priorities.
   7. Familiarity with construction documentation, submittals, RFIs, change orders, procurement processes, and contract administration.
   8. Proficiency with project management software; hands-on experience with Primavera P6 is preferred.
   9. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
   10. Ability to lead meetings, facilitate team discussions, and present project information and deliverables.
   11. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
   12. Ability and willingness to maintain an on-site presence several days per week, depending on project phase.
   13. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered in lieu of stated minimum qualifications.

Additional Requirements

Physical: Standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen.

Cognitive: Problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form.

About PMA

At PMA, employee well-being is a daily priority. We offer a combination of workplace options that include a PMA office location; work-from-home; or a client site. Wherever we work, we openly share knowledge as we believe that collaboration with peers improves our work product and that pursuing subject matter expertise is a lifelong endeavor.

We encourage staff to develop rewarding, long-term careers at PMA, and we implement formal leadership development programs that help you attain your goals. At PMA, shared success is a core value. Every employee who contributes is recognized, celebrated, and rewarded. We look for self-driven candidates eager to assume responsibility and join a community of respect founded on collaboration and accountability, not titles. If you aim to transform the project management practice toward continuous improvement of project outcomes, the profession, and yourself, PMA looks forward to warmly welcoming you to our team.

We are committed to a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

We affirm and respect diverse backgrounds and opinions because we believe they yield the best solutions for our clients.

We promote emotional intelligence and trust by nurturing these values within our new hires.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, wellness programs for you and your family, and career development opportunities to advance your professional goals.

PMA offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, time off with pay, 401(k) with company match, life, disability, and professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), disability, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

Qualified female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.

EOE, including persons with disabilities and veterans.

VEVRAA federal contractor.