Senior Project Executive - Wastewater

Thompson Construction Group, Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Turner Construction is seeking a Senior Project Executive - Wastewater to oversee all wastewater construction operations from pre-construction through closeout. You will lead bidding, client engagement, and strategic initiatives to secure new work while delivering safe, on-time, and on-budget projects.

You will supervise project managers and field staff, manage budgets and change orders, and drive continuous improvement across processes, with a focus on safety and quality across

Qualifications

• A 4 year degree in engineering or construction management degree or equivalent and experience preferred.
• 10-12 years minimum experience supervising and being responsible for building wastewater and industrial buildings.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Self-directed entrepreneurial spirit with strong organizational skills, attention to details.

Responsibilities

• Lead identification, pursuit, and acquisition of new wastewater construction opportunities.
• Partner with leadership on strategic business development initiatives and client engagement.
• Provide operational input for bids, proposals, estimates, and project pursuits.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, client presentations, and industry networking events.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, developers, architects, subcontractors, and vendors.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Estimating

Budgeting

Scheduling

Communication

Cost control

Risk management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Thompson Turner Construction was founded in 2001 as a provider of preconstruction and construction services and has extensive experience constructing high quality buildings using a variety of delivery methods including Construction Management at Risk, Design-Build, and Integrated Project Delivery.

A division of Thompson Construction Group Inc., Thompson Turner Construction’s Industrial Building Group specializes in industrial construction throughout the Southeast ranging from new industrial manufacturing facilities to warehouses and distribution centers.

Thompson Turner Construction promotes a work environment that fosters learning, leadership, and development along with a safety culture that never waivers. Thompson Turner Construction is headquartered in Sumter, South Carolina with offices spanning the United States, primarily southeast and central United States.

Position Description

The Senior Project Executive - Wastewater is responsible for overseeing all construction operations for wastewater projects from pre‑construction through project closeout while also leading all business development efforts. This role ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget, while also partnering with leadership to identify new opportunities, oversight of bidding efforts, and developing on-going client relationships to drive growth.

Job Responsibilities

Business Development

• Lead the identification, pursuit, and acquisition of new wastewater construction opportunities.
• Partner with leadership team on strategic business development initiatives.
• Provide operational input for bids, proposals, estimates, and project pursuits.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, client presentations, and industry networking events.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, developers, architects, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Contribute market insight related to pricing, capacity, and operational feasibility.

Pre-Construction & Project Planning Business Development

• Lead pre-construction activities, including estimating, value engineering, and constructability reviews.
• Review and approve contracts, purchase orders, and project scope documentation.
• Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements (federal, state, and local) during planning phases

Project Execution & Operational Oversight

• Oversee all wastewater construction projects, including scheduling, budgeting, staffing, and execution.
• Promote and enforce company safety and quality policies as well as jobsite best practices.
• Coordinate resources across multiple projects to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, quality standards, safety requirements, and timelines.
• Conduct jobsite visits, audits, and inspections.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks and resolve field issues.
• Drive continuous improvement across construction and operational processes.
• Support client retention by ensuring project excellence and high customer satisfaction

Financial & Performance Management

• Manage project budgets, forecasts, cost controls, and overall profitability.
• Review and approve change orders.
• Analyze project financial performance and report to executive leadership.
• Lead, mentor, and evaluate project managers, superintendents, and field staff.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• A 4 year degree in engineering or construction management degree or equivalent and experience preferred.
• 10-12 years minimum experience supervising and being responsible for building wastewater and industrial buildings.
• Must have computer skills, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Blue Beam).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Self-directed entrepreneurial spirit with strong organizational skills, attention to details.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills in regard to cost/pricing of material, labor and equipment.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently under stressful deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
• Knowledge of building permits, safety site restrictions and other aspects of the paperwork required on a project.