Construction Manager III – IV (Municipal Water Infrastructure) - East Bay, CA
About The Position
West Yost is a water resource management and engineering firm focused exclusively on water. Since our founding in 1990, we have partnered with public agencies including cities, counties, utilities, and water districts to plan, design, and deliver water, wastewater, and stormwater solutions that support safe, reliable, and resilient communities. Our team of more than 270 professionals brings together expertise in groundwater, water supply, treatment, infrastructure, recycled water, stormwater, construction management, and operations technology. We support projects from early planning and permitting through design and construction and complement our engineering services with program management and public outreach to help clients move work forward and engage their communities. We are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®, and to be recognized among Fortune’s® Best Workplaces in Consulting and Professional Services from 2023 to 2025, as well as a top-ranked firm in the AEC Advisors Diversity Index. At West Yost, we are committed to being the water firm of choice for our clients and our team, advancing water resources for future generations through strong partnerships, practical solutions, and a shared commitment to quality. This role will require a physical presence at the client project site 4 – 5 days a week. Construction Manager with public agency CM experience in water, wastewater or public infrastructure-related projects is needed to assist with project responsibilities in our firm’s growing construction management practice. This position also plays a key role in recruiting, developing, and leading construction management staff while supporting the growth of West Yost's construction management practice throughout the East Bay.
Requirements
- 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.
- Demonstrated experience recruiting, mentoring, and developing construction management professionals.
- Demonstrated experience leading a team of construction management professionals.
- 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.
- Experience with analyzing and negotiating potential change orders, dispute resolution, and claims mitigation.
- Communicate effectively with contractors, city and agency staff, engineers, and regulatory agencies.
- A valid CA Driver’s License is required.
Nice To Haves
- Existing relationships with municipal agencies, clients, and industry partners throughout the East Bay is strongly preferred.
- A college degree, and Professional Engineer (PE) certification in California is preferred, but not required.
Responsibilities
- Assist with project responsibilities in our firm’s growing construction management practice.
- Play a key role in recruiting, developing, and leading construction management staff.
- Support the growth of West Yost's construction management practice throughout the East Bay.
- Develop and maintain client contact before, during, and after project completion, with an emphasis on supporting West Yost’s East Bay practice.
- Cultivate relationships with East Bay municipal agencies and industry organizations to support long-term client service and regional practice growth.
- Conduct business development and client engagement in pursuit of identifying and winning work in the East Bay.
- Identify key pursuits and develop proposals and budgets for CM related projects.
- Lead project meetings, prepare meeting agendas, and prepare meeting minutes.
- Review contractor monthly pay requests and confirm quantity & pricing is correct.
- 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
- the potential for employee stock ownership
- annual monetary and paid time off bonuses
- performance-based bonus eligibility
- merit increase eligibility
- employee referral bonuses
- wellness reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
