Construction Manager – Wastewater Treatment Focus

J-U-B Engineers, Inc.•Spokane, WA

13d•$90,000 - $130,000

About The Position

J-U-B ENGINEERS, Inc. is seeking a collaborative, solutions-oriented Construction Manager to support wastewater treatment projects in Spokane, Washington, and across northern Idaho and eastern Washington. The role leads construction-phase delivery for treatment, reclamation, reuse, and facility improvement projects, connecting clients, contractors, operators, field observers, project managers, and design engineers through construction, startup, and commissioning. Although primarily management-focused, the position may include direct field support and construction observation depending on project needs. Assignments may involve frequent travel, field presence, and occasional short-term or extended overnight stays, with work split between the office and field as required. The position offers opportunities to grow as a construction manager and project delivery leader at an employee-owned firm. The successful candidate will help strengthen client relationships, support and mentor field staff, and contribute to water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Work may also provide exposure to collection, conveyance, reuse, water supply, storage, and distribution projects.

Requirements

Proven leadership, collaboration, communication, and consensus-building skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage priorities, and lead project teams.
At least 5 years of experience in wastewater treatment facility construction and construction management.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
For Professional Engineers, licensure in Idaho or Washington is preferred, with the ability to obtain licensure in additional states as needed for project assignments.
Ten or more years of construction management experience.
Experience in the planning, design, and analysis of water or wastewater treatment systems.
Familiarity with construction management and scheduling software such as Procore, Newforma, Primavera P6, or similar platforms.

Responsibilities

Lead construction support services for regional wastewater treatment projects.
Serve as the primary point of contact and lead for treatment plant construction observers.
Coordinate owners, operations staff, contractors, field observers, project managers, and engineering team members to support project delivery.
Track, facilitate, and resolve construction issues, including developing and administering change orders, change proposal requests, work change directives, field orders, and related documentation.
Lead or support construction progress meetings with clients, contractors, and project team members.
Review field progress, testing information, construction documentation, pay quantities, as-built records, and record drawings.
Coordinate with project managers, discipline leaders, construction managers, and regional construction staff.
Support wastewater treatment construction observers by promoting communication, consistency, technical quality, and professional development.
Participate in construction coordination efforts and share lessons learned to improve delivery practices and strengthen construction capabilities.
Perform construction observation activities for treatment facility projects when needed.
Review testing results, project records, contractor documentation, and construction quantities.
Coordinate with utility companies, public agencies, property owners, and contractors.
Support project compliance with applicable safety, labor, and regulatory requirements.
Assist project teams during periods of increased construction activity or observer staffing needs.