Senior Project Manager

Metric Geo; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading contractor in water infrastructure in San Francisco is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee large-scale water and wastewater projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and a background with self-performing general contractors. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career growth in a market-leading firm.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience managing complex water/wastewater projects.
• Proven background working for a self-performing general contractor in water/wastewater construction.
• Extensive knowledge of construction means, methods, and sequencing for heavy civil and water projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-million-dollar water/wastewater projects from pre-construction through close-out.
• Manage project teams, including engineers, superintendents, and self-perform crews.
• Ensure safety, quality, and compliance standards are met at every stage.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Job description

Business Development Manager | Metric Geo | Heavy Civil Construction

Are you a proven leader in water and wastewater infrastructure with a track record of delivering complex, multi-million-dollar projects? Our client, a leading self-performing general contractor specializing in water and wastewater construction, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to join their team.

About the Role

As Senior Project Manager, you will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale water/wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, pipelines, and related infrastructure. You will be the key driver in managing schedules, budgets, subcontractors, field crews, and client relationships, ensuring excellence in every phase of construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-million-dollar water/wastewater projects from pre-construction through close-out.
• Manage project teams, including engineers, superintendents, and self-perform crews.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, contracts, and project reporting.
• Coordinate directly with owners, design teams, and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure safety, quality, and compliance standards are met at every stage.
• Mentor project engineers and junior managers to strengthen internal talent.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience managing complex water/wastewater projects.
• Proven background working for a self-performing general contractor in water/wastewater construction.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Extensive knowledge of construction means, methods, and sequencing for heavy civil and water projects.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and client management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (preferred).

Why Join?

• Be part of a market-leading contractor with a reputation for delivering some of the most challenging and impactful water infrastructure projects in Northern California.
• Competitive compensation package, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.
• Career growth opportunities in a company that values long-term leadership development.
• Make a direct impact on critical infrastructure that supports communities for generations.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Construction