Construction Assistant Project Manager - Water Division - Bay Area, CA

The Walsh Group - Walsh Construction & Archer Western•Concord, CA

1d•$99,000 - $149,000

About The Position

The Walsh Group is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for its Pacific North Water Division in the Bay Area. The role supports water and wastewater infrastructure projects, potentially including treatment facilities, recycled water systems, plant expansions, pump stations, reservoirs, sewer systems, pipelines, and underground utility networks. Work may involve regulatory compliance, permitting, quality control, testing and commissioning, and coordination with owners, public agencies, utility providers, and multidisciplinary project teams. The Assistant Project Manager contributes to project planning and delivery, manages budgets and change orders, coordinates subcontractors and suppliers, and supports design completion on Design-Build projects. The role also manages Project Engineers and assigned work scopes. Walsh describes its Assistant Project Managers as developing leaders who seek better ways of working, listen and learn to make sound decisions, and invest in the potential of others. Walsh is a fourth-generation, family-owned business that offers a small-company feel backed by a large company. The company describes itself as fast-growing, technology-focused, and committed to being an employer and builder of choice. Salary range is $99,000–$149,000 per year. The role may also be eligible for a bonus and other benefits; specific benefits are not listed.

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience.
Ability to establish relationships and lead people.
Specific roles may require relocation.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Previous water treatment construction experience preferred.
Preferred experience supporting design, construction, commissioning, and startup of complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects, such as treatment facilities, recycled water systems, plant expansions, pump stations, reservoirs, force mains, gravity sewer systems, large-diameter transmission and distribution pipelines, and underground utility networks.

Responsibilities

Participate in project planning, scheduling, coordination, and work plan development.
Manage safety and quality control.
Forecast and manage project budgets accurately.
Manage change orders.
Manage critical subcontractors and process equipment suppliers.
Coordinate with design consultants through design completion on Design-Build projects.
Obtain and review submittals for compliance with contract documents and distribute them to the Owner and design consultants for formal review.
Draft and submit Requests for Information as needed.
Manage process mechanical material and equipment tracking, including detailed takeoffs and logs, and ensure delivery before scheduled installation dates.
Manage Project Engineers and collaborate with other Assistant Project Managers responsible for other work scopes.
Resolve issues involving labor disputes, material delivery, and contract administration.
Manage vehicles, equipment, and tools.