Water/Wastewater Project Manager: Lead Complex Projects

Wharton-Smith, Inc.; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Wharton–Smith, Inc. in Sanford, FL, seeks a Project Manager – Water/Wastewater to lead complex projects from preconstruction through closeout. You will manage budgets, schedules, procurement, subcontractors, and risk, while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Primary responsibilities include coordinating with owners, consultants, and internal teams, reporting on financials, and driving on-time, within-budget delivery. A strong communicator and leader will excel in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or another relevant field.
• 6 to 10 years of construction management experience.
• Proven ability to independently manage complex construction projects from preconstruction through project closeout.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate with Senior Project Managers, Project Executives, Superintendents, and General Superintendents.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of project planning, execution, and closeout activities.
• Develop and manage project budgets, cost forecasts, cash flow projections, and financial reporting.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules and recovery plans.
• Manage owner contracts, subcontract agreements, procurement activities, and vendor relationships.
• Lead owner, subcontractor, consultant, and internal coordination meetings.
• Oversee project staffing, resource allocation, and operational planning activities.
• Direct and mentor Interns, Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers.
• Monitor project safety, quality control, production performance, and operational efficiency.
• Manage project risks, change orders, claims, and dispute resolution processes.
• Conduct regular project site visits to review progress, field operations, safety compliance, and quality standards.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Construction Management

Tools

CPM scheduling software

Construction management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wharton–Smith, Inc. in Sanford, FL, seeks a Project Manager – Water/Wastewater to lead complex projects from preconstruction through closeout. You will manage budgets, schedules, procurement, subcontractors, and risk, while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Primary responsibilities include coordinating with owners, consultants, and internal teams, reporting on financials, and driving on-time, within-budget delivery. A strong communicator and leader will excel in this role.