Senior Project Manager (Water/Wastewater)

LVI Associates; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Vehicle allowance or company vehicle

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Clear path toward Operations Manager或c

Job summary

LVI Associates in Naples, FL is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large municipal water, wastewater, and underground utility projects across Southwest Florida.

You will oversee project teams, manage budgets and schedules, and maintain strong client relationships with municipal authorities and engineers. This role offers growth toward senior leadership within a well-established contractor.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience in heavy civil, water/wastewater, or utility construction.
• Experience with treatment plants, pump stations, lift stations, force mains, and underground infrastructure projects.
• Strong scheduling, cost control, budgeting, and contract administration skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple water and wastewater construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, forecasting, and financial performance.
• Lead project teams including Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and field personnel.
• Build and maintain relationships with municipal clients, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Review contracts, change orders, submittals, and project documentation.
• Identify project risks and implement strategies to maintain schedule and profitability.
• Coordinate resources across multiple projects to ensure successful execution.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contract administration

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Job description

Salary: USD125000 - USD165000 per year

Location: Naples, FL

Are you a proven leader in water and wastewater construction looking to take the next step with a growing heavy civil contractor? We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale municipal water, wastewater, and underground utility projects throughout Southwest Florida.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor with a strong backlog of work, a collaborative culture, and significant opportunities for long-term growth and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple water and wastewater construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, forecasting, and overall financial performance.
• Lead project teams including Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and field personnel.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with municipal clients, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Review contracts, change orders, submittals, and project documentation.
• Identify project risks and implement strategies to maintain schedule and profitability.
• Coordinate resources across multiple projects to ensure successful execution.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience within heavy civil, water/wastewater, or utility construction.
• Experience managing treatment plants, pump stations, lift stations, force mains, and underground utility infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, cost control, budgeting, and contract administration.
• Proven ability to manage large municipal projects and lead high-performing teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.

What's Offered

• Annual performance bonus
• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Clear path toward Operations Manager or Executive leadership opportunities

Ideal Background

Candidates with experience delivering projects such as:

• Water and wastewater treatment plants
• Pump stations and lift stations
• Force mains and gravity sewer systems
• Underground utility and heavy civil infrastructure projects