Senior Project Manager - Wastewater Infrastructure

Progressive / SThree Group; Hanford (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Senior Project Manager - Wastewater Infrastructure in Hanford, CA (Hybrid - Site + Office) leads large-scale WWTP upgrades from concept through commissioning.

Requires 7-10+ years in wastewater or similar processes, strong leadership and budgeting skills, and on-site availability (~25% travel). Procore experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of experience managing wastewater treatment plant or similar infrastructure projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Experience coordinating with engineering consultants, subcontractors, and client stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end execution of WWTP projects (design, construction, commissioning, closeout).
• Own budgets, schedules, scope, and project performance.
• Manage cross-functional teams including engineering consultants, subcontractors, field teams, and client stakeholders.
• Oversee design development to ensure alignment with requirements and constructability.
• Support procurement, contract management, and equipment sourcing.
• Drive construction execution with site coordination, safety, and quality oversight.
• Lead client communication, reporting, and stakeholder coordination.
• Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, and cost forecasting.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

On-site work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management or related field

Tools

Procore

Job description

Senior Project Manager - Wastewater Infrastructure

Hanford, CA (Hybrid - Site + Office)

Are you a seasoned Project Manager with deep experience in wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) projects and heavy civil construction? We're partnering with a growing organization to find a leader who can take ownership of complex infrastructure projects from concept through commissioning.

This is a high-impact role where you'll manage large-scale upgrades to existing wastewater facilities, working alongside engineering partners, subcontractors, and operations teams to deliver critical environmental infrastructure projects.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead end-to-end execution of wastewater treatment plant projects (design, construction, commissioning, and closeout)
• Own budget, schedule, scope, and overall project performance
• Manage cross-functional teams including engineering consultants, subcontractors, field teams, and client stakeholders
• Oversee design development to ensure alignment with project requirements and constructability
• Support procurement, contract management, and equipment sourcing
• Drive construction execution, including site coordination, safety, and quality oversight
• Lead client communication, reporting, and stakeholder coordination
• Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, and cost forecasting
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, environmental, and safety standards
• Guide projects through commissioning and handoff to operations

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• 7-10+ years of experience managing wastewater treatment plant or similar process infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of:
  • WWTP processes and systems
  • Heavy civil construction (excavation, utilities, structural work)
  • Engineering design coordination and constructability
• Proven experience managing:
  • Budgets, schedules, and subcontractors
  • Complex, multi-stakeholder construction projects
• Ability to work on-site regularly and travel (~25%) as needed
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Nice to Have

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience with project management tools such as Procore
• Background in process-driven or industrial environments

Why This Role

• Opportunity to lead large, technically complex infrastructure projects
• High visibility role with ownership of one major project at a time
• Collaborative environment with strong growth in the water/wastewater sector
• Blend of field and strategic project leadership

If you're looking to take ownership of impactful infrastructure projects and bring your wastewater expertise to a growing platform, I'd love to connect.

EOE Statement: Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to base pay, direct-hire employees may be eligible for client offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.