Water/Wastewater Project Leader – California

Burns & McDonnell; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 245,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in California seeks a Project Manager to lead planning, execution and delivery of water and wastewater construction projects. You will oversee safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, procurement, field operations, startup, documentation, and client relationships across the California market.

Working with owners, engineers, subcontractors and internal teams, you will drive project execution from preconstruction through turnover, mentor teams, manage risks, and help

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction, engineering, program management or related field.
• 13+ years of relevant project management experience in the construction industry.
• Ability to obtain EPC Project Manager and/or Program Manager certification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of water and wastewater construction projects in California.
• Oversee safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, procurement, field operations, startup, and documentation.
• Manage client relationships and project risks while coordinating with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Mentor project teams, drive risk reviews, and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Present reports to executive management and manage project documentation and turnover processes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction, engineering, program management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Document control systems

Job description

Burns & McDonnell in California seeks a Project Manager to lead planning, execution and delivery of water and wastewater construction projects. You will oversee safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, procurement, field operations, startup, documentation, and client relationships across the California market.

Working with owners, engineers, subcontractors and internal teams, you will drive project execution from preconstruction through turnover, mentor teams, manage risks, and help