Construction Manager III - IV (Municipal Water Infrastructure)

West Yost • Reno, NV

1d • $100,250 - $158,350 • Onsite

About The Position

West Yost, a water resource management and engineering firm, is seeking a Construction Manager with public agency CM experience in water, wastewater, or public infrastructure-related projects to join its growing construction management practice. The firm has been in operation since 1990 and focuses exclusively on water, partnering with public agencies to deliver water, wastewater, and stormwater solutions. West Yost is recognized as a Great Place to Work® and has received accolades from Fortune® and AEC Advisors. The company is committed to advancing water resources for future generations through strong partnerships and practical solutions. This role requires a physical presence at the client project site 4-5 days a week and involves travel to client offices and project sites.

Requirements

• 8 - 10+ years in civil construction project oversight as part of a civil engineering or construction firm with a focus on water or wastewater.
• Required experience includes treatment plants, pump stations, pipelines, and/or concrete or steel water storage tanks.
• Excellent attendance and an ability to be fully mobile on the job site.
• Ability to be fully mobile on the job site.
• This position entails climbing ladders, reaching, stooping, and kneeling, among others.
• A valid CA Driver’s License is required.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications; prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports.
• Computer literate and ability to use MS Word, Excel, Project, Adobe, and construction documentation software such as Procore.
• Ability to review contractor monthly pay requests and confirm quantity & pricing is correct.
• Experience with analyzing and negotiating potential change orders, dispute resolution, and claims mitigation.
• Ability to manage a project team including resident inspectors, CM administrative support, and subconsultants.
• Strong technical water-related civil engineering or construction management education and knowledge.
• Proactive organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills including the ability to quickly develop working relationships internally within the firm and externally with clients and teaming partners.

Nice To Haves

• A college degree.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification in California is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project responsibilities in the firm’s growing construction management practice.
• Provide construction project oversight with a focus on water or wastewater.
• Oversee projects involving treatment plants, pump stations, pipelines, and/or concrete or steel water storage tanks.
• Develop and maintain client contact before, during, and after project completion.
• Cultivate client relationships through organizational involvement and direct contract.
• Conduct business development and client engagement to identify and win work.
• Identify key pursuits and develop proposals and budgets for CM related projects.
• Read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
• Lead project meetings, prepare meeting agendas, and prepare meeting minutes.
• Review contractor monthly pay requests and confirm quantity & pricing is correct.
• Analyze and negotiate potential change orders, dispute resolution, and claims mitigation.
• Communicate effectively with contractors, city and agency staff, engineers, and regulatory agencies.
• Manage a project team including resident inspectors, CM administrative support, and subconsultants.
• Assist with marketing or business development efforts.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health saving accounts (with West Yost contribution)
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave and holidays
• Two employee assistance programs
• Travel assistance program
• 401(k) profit sharing with employer match
• Leaves of absence with additional supplemental paid time off
• Parental leave
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Pet insurance
• Support in on-going education through our 529 college savings plan/student loan repayment program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid professional memberships
• Paid training
• Leadership Academy programs
• Milestone anniversary benefits
• Peer to peer recognition programs
• Potential for employee stock ownership
• Annual monetary and paid time off bonuses
• Performance-based bonus eligibility
• Merit increase eligibility
• Employee referral bonuses
• Wellness reimbursement
• Hybrid and flexible work schedules
• Local and company-wide events
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Workgroup
• Culture Workgroup
• Wellness Workgroup
• Book clubs
• Charitable giving and community service
• Firm-wide resources
• Peer groups (young professionals & middlers group)
• Mentorship and leadership programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree