Senior Manager, Water Infrastructure Projects

H2O Innovation; Glen Allen (VA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Insurance plan including dental,

401K plan with employer’s contribution

Annual bonus

Flexible hours & remote work (2 days/w

Paid vacation & wellness days

Job summary

H2O Innovation seeks a Senior Manager of Project Construction to lead large water and wastewater programs across the East Coast. This role blends strategic oversight with hands-on leadership, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget compliance while maintaining safety standards.

You will review designs, manage preconstruction activities, mentor field teams, and collaborate with business development for proposals, travelling as needed on complex projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years progressive experience in construction management and field operations in water/wastewater.
• Certifications CCM or PE preferred.
• Knowledge of CMAR, DB, and DBB delivery methods.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Manage preconstruction activities, design reviews, procurement, and bidding.
• Oversee QA/QC programs and ensure safety compliance on projects.
• Lead construction execution to meet scope, schedule, and budget.
• Serve as owner’s representative and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Conduct progress meetings and provide clear status updates.
• Identify risks, monitor schedules, and control costs.
• Collaborate with BD for proposals and marketing materials.
• Ensure timely invoicing and rigorous budget reporting.
• Develop and mentor field teams for effective communication and delivery.

Skills

Construction management

Water & wastewater infra

Budget management

Project scheduling

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder communication

Travel >50%

Education

Bachelor’s in construction management

Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering

Tools

Project management software

Field inspection tools

Job description

H2O Innovation seeks a Senior Manager of Project Construction to lead large water and wastewater programs across the East Coast. This role blends strategic oversight with hands-on leadership, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget compliance while maintaining safety standards.

You will review designs, manage preconstruction activities, mentor field teams, and collaborate with business development for proposals, travelling as needed on complex projects.