Water/Wastewater Construction Lead

Poulos-; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers seeks a Construction Manager to oversee infrastructure projects from pre-construction through closeout. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality while coordinating with contractors, clients, and internal teams to ensure successful delivery.

The role requires a Civil Engineering/Construction Management background with 6 years in construction management and CCM strongly preferred. Monday–Friday 8am–5pm with overtime as needed; email HR for accommodations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 6 years of progressive construction management experience.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated capability leading project teams and coordinating with contractors and stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of project controls, documentation, and construction administration processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality to support on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Lead project administration activities such as RFIs, submittals, change management, pay applications, and closeout documentation as applicable.
• Coordinate with contractors, clients, agencies, and internal disciplines to resolve issues and maintain project progress.
• Maintain and review project documentation and reporting to track progress, compliance, and risks.
• Promote job site safety and oversee applicable environmental compliance requirements.
• Lead and mentor project staff, supporting team development and effective workload coordination.
• Facilitate startup/commissioning activities, punch lists, and coordination with supporting teams.
• Support constructability reviews and value engineering efforts to improve delivery efficiency.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Pape-Dawson Engineers seeks a Construction Manager to oversee infrastructure projects from pre-construction through closeout. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality while coordinating with contractors, clients, and internal teams to ensure successful delivery.

The role requires a Civil Engineering/Construction Management background with 6 years in construction management and CCM strongly preferred. Monday–Friday 8am–5pm with overtime as needed; email HR for accommodations.