Water/Wastewater Project Manager - Small Projects

Filanc; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Filanc is seeking a Project Manager to oversee onsite construction for large water and wastewater facilities. You will supervise field staff, manage CPM schedules, and control project budgets while coordinating with owners, engineers, and suppliers.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and documentation skills, with extensive experience in multi-million dollar projects and a commitment to safety and efficiency across the Western United States.

Qualifications

• 4 years engineering or construction management degree or equivalent combination of technical training and/or experience.
• 4 years’ experience managing the construction of multi-million dollar water, wastewater or industrial related plants.
• Results oriented, high level of integrity and ethical standards.
• Demonstrated experience in the water, wastewater, or industrial contracting arena.
• Strong communication skills and proven leadership ability.
• Ability to adhere to budgets and schedules.
• Excellent documentation skills.
• Working knowledge in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) as well as internet and scheduling software.
• Must have good communications and analytical skills.
• Must have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall management of all project activities and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policy.
• Direct supervision of all field employees including Superintendents, Project Engineers, Assistants to ensure projects are on schedule and within budget.
• Responsible for Job Profit and Loss.
• Manages company-owned and rental equipment resources.
• Develops and directs the implementation of two-week work schedules.
• Plans and organizes all project staff including interview, hire, train and coach to maximize employee performance.
• Reviews and selects construction methods and practices.
• Directs communications with owner, owner’s representatives and engineers.
• Provides interpretation of disputes and changed conditions.
• Provides input and review of CPM Construction Schedule.
• Review weekly timecards and job cost reporting.
• Approves and reviews all jobsite purchases.
• Responsible for coordination between subcontractors and suppliers; adheres to and leads jobsite safety policies and procedures.
• Manages all financial aspects for the project.
• Supports and/or participates in assigned bidding of projects.
• Assists in field Labor Relations.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Budget & scheduling adherence

Documentation

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

Engineering or Construction Management degree

Equivalent combination of training/experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Scheduling software

Internet skills

Job description

Filanc is seeking a Project Manager to oversee onsite construction for large water and wastewater facilities. You will supervise field staff, manage CPM schedules, and control project budgets while coordinating with owners, engineers, and suppliers.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and documentation skills, with extensive experience in multi-million dollar projects and a commitment to safety and efficiency across the Western United States.