Construction Manager - Water/Wastewater

Job Description

Overview

The Construction Manager position is responsible for overseeing infrastructure construction projects from pre-construction through closeout, managing schedule, budget, quality, and safety while coordinating with contractors, clients, and internal teams to deliver successful outcomes.

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 (e.g., document control, survey, environmental, land acquisition) as applicable.

• Support constructability reviews and value engineering efforts to improve delivery efficiency.

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.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.

• Reliability and dependability.

• Ability to work Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm with overtime as needed.

If you need an accommodation or assistance with completing your application due to a disability or special need, please contact our team at [email protected] or call (210) 375-9000.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.