Senior Waste Water Project Manager

ACTalent; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Bonus program

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Project Manager to lead multiple construction projects at water and wastewater facilities, pump stations, and civil sites from Knoxville, TN. The role emphasizes leadership, planning, and budget control to deliver on-time, within-budget results.

The ideal candidate has proven PM experience in water/wastewater or civil construction, strong communication, and solid PM knowledge. This is a contract‑to‑hire onsite position with competitive salaries and benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven PM experience in water/wastewater or civil construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and equipment.
• Excellent leadership and decision‑making skills.
• Solid understanding of PM principles, practices, and tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (preferred).
• PMP or equivalent certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple construction projects at water/wastewater plants, pump stations, and civil construction sites simultaneously.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, and budgets in collaboration with project team, engineers, project owners.
• Coordinate and oversee project teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to ensure seamless execution and adherence to project goals.
• Monitor project progress, quality, and safety compliance throughout all phases of construction.
• Proactively identify potential risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for engineers/owners, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of issues.
• Work with project managers to prepare and present regular project updates and reports to engineer/owner.
• Manage project budgets, financial forecasts, and resource allocations to optimize project profitability.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and teamwork among project team.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

MS Office

PMP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Civil Engineering

PMP certification

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Description

Overview: This pivotal role requires exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and project management skills to successfully oversee and deliver complex projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage multiple construction projects at water/wastewater plants, pump stations, and civil construction sites simultaneously.

Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, and budgets in collaboration with project team, engineers, project owners.

Coordinate and oversee project teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to ensure seamless execution and adherence to project goals.

Monitor project progress, quality, and safety compliance throughout all phases of construction.

Proactively identify potential risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.

Serve as the primary point of contact for engineers/owners, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of issues.

Work with project managers to prepare and present regular project updates and reports to engineer/owner.

Manage project budgets, financial forecasts, and resource allocations to optimize project profitability.

Foster a culture of safety, quality, and teamwork among project team.

Qualifications:

Proven experience as a Project Manager in the construction industry, specifically in water/wastewater plants, pump stations, or civil construction.

Strong technical knowledge of construction methods, materials, and equipment.

Excellent leadership and decision-making skills with the ability to motivate and mentor project teams.

Solid understanding of project management principles, practices, and tools.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.

Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Proficiency in project management software and MS Office suite.

Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (preferred).

PMP or equivalent certification (preferred).

Benefits:

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options.

Retirement savings plan with company match.

Paid time off, holidays, and flexible work schedule options.

Structured Bonus program.

Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

Salary:

Dependent on Experience ($110,000 to $150,000)

Skills

Construction, engineering, Water treatment, Wastewater treatment, Water testing, Stormwater

Top Skills Details

Construction, engineering

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52.80 - $72.10/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Knoxville,TN.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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