Senior Construction Manager, Water & Wastewater

Trinnex Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 138,000 - 242,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith Inc. in California is seeking a Construction Management Professional to support the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects in Irvine or Los Angeles.

You will plan, manage, and oversee projects, coordinate teams, and contribute to proposals and client meetings. The role requires deep construction management experience and ability to engage with clients.

Travel up to 10% may be required; strong CPM scheduling, cost control, and regulatory knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 10 years of relevant experience.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and oversee multiple water and wastewater construction projects of varying size and complexity.
• Coordinate CPM scheduling, cost control, and documentation across project teams.
• Supervise construction representatives and specialists, guiding staff across disciplines.
• Support presale efforts with proposals, scopes of work, and client meetings.
• Ensure compliance with government and funding agency regulations.
• Assist with claims administration and dispute resolution as needed.

Skills

Construction management experience

Client engagement

Project coordination

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CADD 3D/4D software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

CDM Smith Inc. in California is seeking a Construction Management Professional to support the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects in Irvine or Los Angeles.

You will plan, manage, and oversee projects, coordinate teams, and contribute to proposals and client meetings. The role requires deep construction management experience and ability to engage with clients.

Travel up to 10% may be required; strong CPM scheduling, cost control, and regulatory knowledge are essential.