Senior Water & Wastewater Construction PM

MWH Constructors, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits (medical,

Dental and vision coverage)

100% company-paid life and AD&D, Sp. &

Job summary

Slayden Constructors is seeking experienced Project Managers across Oregon to lead critical water and wastewater treatment plant construction projects for municipal and industrial clients.

As we expand statewide, candidates will play a key leadership role in delivering complex projects from $20M to $200M using various delivery methods, with emphasis on safety and schedule performance. Join a team committed to People Matter and Team Unity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7–10 years of heavy civil or industrial construction project experience.
• 3–5 years on water or wastewater treatment plant projects.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage project performance.
• Strong understanding of project financials, scheduling, and change management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate with engineers, superintendents, subcontractors, clients, and A/E partners.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and maintain liaison with prime client and A/E contacts to facilitate preconstruction and construction activities.
• Monitor and control construction through administrative direction of on-site construction managers and superintendents to ensure projects are built on schedule and within budget; investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures.
• Represent the Company in project meetings and assist in labor negotiations, strategy meetings, and other project-related activities.
• Manage financial aspects of contracts, including fee payment, rental equipment, income, expenses, and other project costs, to protect the Company's interests while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Work jointly with other members of the project team to complete the Slayden Constructors Management Administration Plan prior to initiating fieldwork. Utilize company planning guidelines and tools throughout the duration of the project.
• Ensure direct-reporting employees follow safe work practices and company guidelines and policies for planning and executing work safely.
• Work in a manner that ensures personal safety and the safety of fellow employees by following company health and safety guidelines and policies.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and technical support to project engineers, field engineers, and superintendents.
• Manage the procurement of subcontractors and materials through Purchase Agreements and Subcontracts.
• Support Change Management, Cost Estimating, Revenue and Cost Forecasting, and Scheduling.
• Coordinate with project teams, subcontractors, clients, engineers, and other stakeholders to support successful project execution.
• Assume additional responsibilities as directed by the Operations Director.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Scheduling

Risk management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management or related

Job description

Slayden Constructors is seeking experienced Project Managers across Oregon to lead critical water and wastewater treatment plant construction projects for municipal and industrial clients.

As we expand statewide, candidates will play a key leadership role in delivering complex projects from $20M to $200M using various delivery methods, with emphasis on safety and schedule performance. Join a team committed to People Matter and Team Unity.