Senior Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MWH Constructors, a leader in water infrastructure, seeks a Senior Project Manager in Salt Lake City. You'll oversee essential construction projects, ensuring timely completion while managing client relationships. We're looking for someone with extensive experience in construction and a strong educational foundation to lead our teams effectively.

Benefits

Health & welfare benefits including medical, dental, and vision options

100% company-paid benefits: life insurance, AD&D, short and long-term disability

Flexible time off and a 401(k) plan with company matching

Employee referral program

Qualifications

• 8-15 years of experience in construction and management.
• 3-5 years of specific experience in water or wastewater projects.
• Thorough understanding of industry practices and standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and staff key field positions.
• Monitor and control construction to ensure projects are on schedule and within budget.
• Lead client interactions and represent the company in project meetings.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Business Acumen

Innovative Management Techniques

Safety Orientation

Education

Four-year engineering or construction management degree

Job description

MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World, our teams are rapidly growing across the nation.

As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here.

The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

MWH is currently seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to support and lead critical water, wastewater, and advanced water treatment plant construction projects for municipal and industrial clients, including advanced technology sector clients, based in Salt Lake City, UT.

Essential Functions

1. Plan, organize, and staff key field positions or subordinate project managers.
2. Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within corporate policy boundaries.
3. Initiate and maintain liaison with clients and contacts to facilitate preconstruction and construction activities.
4. Monitor and control construction through administrative direction of on-site construction managers and superintendents to ensure the project is built on schedule and within budget; investigate serious situations and implement corrective measures.
5. Represent the company in project meetings, assist in labor negotiations and strategy meetings.
6. Manage financial aspects of contracts, including payments, rental equipment, income, and expenses, to protect the company's interests and maintain good client relationships.
7. Collaborate with the project team to complete the MWH Constructors' Management Administration Plan before fieldwork begins, using provided planning guidelines and tools.
8. Ensure employees follow safe work practices according to company policies.
9. Follow safety guidelines to ensure personal and team safety.
10. Provide leadership and technical support to project engineers, field engineers, and superintendents.
11. Procure subcontractors and materials through purchase agreements and subcontracts.
12. Support change management, cost estimating, revenue and cost forecasting, and scheduling.

Basic Qualifications

1. Four-year engineering or construction management degree or equivalent experience and training.
2. 8-15 years of experience in construction, design, finance, and management on heavy civil or industrial projects.
3. 3-5 years of experience on water or wastewater plant projects.
4. Ability to apply innovative management techniques to maximize employee performance.
5. Thorough understanding of industry practices and standards.
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
7. Strong business acumen and judgment.

Qualifications

• Safety-oriented with OSHA training.
• Experience with water/wastewater and/or advanced technology treatment projects.

Benefits

• Health & welfare benefits including medical, dental, and vision options.
• 100% company-paid benefits: life insurance, AD&D, short and long-term disability, employee assistance, and health advocacy.
• Discounted voluntary benefits for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity.
• Flexible time off, paid sick and safe leave, parental leave, holidays, and a 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Employee referral program.

MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company specializing in heavy civil construction with a focus on water and wastewater infrastructure. We deliver comprehensive design and construction services, including new facilities, infrastructure improvements, and expansion projects.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

All positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background checks, as a condition of employment.

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