Senior Construction Project Manager

Dominion Water; Greenwood Village (CO); On-site; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Dominion Water & Sanitation District in Greenwood Village, CO is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager to lead capital projects from planning through closeout. This full-time role requires strong leadership and expertise in water utilities.

You will manage field teams, contractor contracts, budgets, schedules, permits, and QA/QC, while coordinating with engineers and operations. Salary ranges $135,000-$155,000 per year plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field
• 8+ years of construction management experience with end-to-end project oversight
• Strong understanding of water/wastewater capital construction and project management
• Willingness to travel to meetings and conduct site visits
• Proficiency with scheduling software (Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project)

Responsibilities

• Lead capital projects from planning to closeout, ensuring timelines and budgets are met
• Coordinate field crews, contractors, and operations teams; manage schedules, permits, and payments
• Document and report project progress, risks, and decisions with meticulous recordkeeping
• Ensure quality control and compliance with company protocols and regulatory requirements

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or civil engineering

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Since 2004, Dominion Water & Sanitation District has been at the forefront of renewable water development, managing a robust water supply portfolio and advancing groundbreaking initiatives, including Colorado's only regional rainwater harvesting pilot project. We're seeking an ambitious Senior Construction Project Manager to join us full-time and lead our innovative projects to success.

When you join our Greenwood Village, CO team, you'll earn an experience-based salary of $135,000 - $155,000/year and receive:

• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance
• 20 days of annual PTO
• 9 paid holidays
• Voluntary 457(b) retirement program with up to a 7% match
• Opportunities to contribute to innovative water management projects and help improve water efficiency throughout the state

Keep reading to see if you're the right fit for this dynamic project management role!

WHO WE ARE

As a wholesale water and wastewater provider serving Northwest Douglas County, we are committed to excellence, efficiency, and innovative solutions that support sustainable growth for our communities. Our dynamic, positive culture encourages collaboration, continuous improvement, and fresh thinking, making DWSD an exciting place for growth-minded professionals who want to contribute, innovate, and help shape the future of water resource management.

EXPECTATIONS & PRIORITIES

We're on the cutting edge of improvements in water/wastewater resource management, and our Senior Construction Project Manager ensures our capital projects meet operational needs and company quality standards. Some of our planned projects include installing master meters, diverting the South Platte River, upgrading treatment plants and pump stations, and more. You'll be in charge of coordinating the vital aspects of these projects, overseeing multiple at once, and ensuring all internal/external matters are efficiently handled. This includes:

Stakeholder Relations

• Fostering positive relationships with partners, residents, governments, contractors, consultants, and engineering teams to support open communication and timely construction completion
• Helping engineers with permitting and other responsibilities

Project Management

• Managing field crews' performance and ensuring compliance with DWSD protocols
• Managing construction contractor contracts and payments, implementing risk mitigation strategies, coordinating schedules/startup activities with the operations team, developing and maintaining project budgets, and other project management duties
• Overseeing project progress, quickly resolving any problems, and ensuring we meet quality expectations and deadlines
• Providing input for ongoing and forecasted project plans and designs

Document Management

• Closely documenting all project activities, decisions, and correspondence while maintaining organized records (permits, contractor submittals, RFIs, delivery notes, change orders, meeting minutes, etc.)
• Facilitating smooth communication between the site project teams, engineers, and partners
• Updating the Dominion team, Capital Programs Manager, and other stakeholders on project progress, milestones, challenges, and accomplishments

Quality Assurance and Testing

• Coordinating third-party quality assurance audits, maintaining audit records, and supporting real-time reporting efforts
• Inspecting installed work and stored materials
• Procuring testing and inspection consultants with the engineering team as needed
• Requesting critical equipment installation approvals from the operations team

SENIOR CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree (BS) in construction management, civil engineering, or a closely related field
• 8+ years of construction management experience, with proven experience managing projects from beginning to end and handling aspects like scheduling, planning, and cost controls
• Strong understanding of water/wastewater capital construction and project management
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and follow up with crew members to ensure issues are properly resolved
• Ability to wear all PPE and work in various environments, including a professional office, different job sites, and a construction trailer
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (specifically Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint)
• Proficiency with scheduling software (i.e., Procore, Primavera P6, or MS Project)
• Valid driver's license with a willingness to conduct site visits and travel to meetings in/out of our service area
• Sharp attention to detail with meticulous documentation & recordkeeping skills
• Strong communication skills for coordinating with external agencies, partners, and contractors/developers in person, over the phone, and through email
• Effective organizational, multitasking, and time management skills
• Preferred - Certified Construction Manager (CCM) license
• Preferred - Experience working directly for a municipality, water district, or related consulting firm

https://www.dominionwsd.org/sr-construction-manager

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