Project Manager (Water/Wastewater)

Clark Construction Group•Richmond, VA

About The Position

The Project Manager is part of a leadership team responsible for day-to-day management of water/wastewater construction projects. The role plans project tasks, timelines, and resources; leads communication among stakeholders; manages risk; and monitors progress against the schedule. The position also supports business development, recruiting, and the development of an inclusive, safety-focused project culture. This is an active, hands-on position with significant time on construction sites and some office work. Site conditions may include varied weather, moderate to loud noise, uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, hoists, elevated or confined areas, and moving mechanical equipment. Office work may involve prolonged sitting for computer work, document review, and meetings. The role requires flexibility to work extended hours during critical project phases or client deadlines, and to respond to time-sensitive business needs or emergencies outside regular hours. Clark describes the position as part of a demanding, high-performance environment. The company requires a pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and conducts random quarterly tests. Compensation includes a base salary, bonus potential, and benefits. The stated base salary range is $85,000–$185,000, with pay varying based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and geographic location.

Requirements

Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, a related discipline, or relevant work experience.
At least 4 years of construction experience.
At least 2 years leading, developing, and motivating teams.
Understand the strategic, operational, and financial components of a construction project.
Ability to make timely and effective decisions.
Experience successfully managing projects from start to finish.
Skill in developing and negotiating relationships with owners and trade contractors.
Strong work ethic and leadership ability, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Alignment with Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, a team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, able to build relationships and people/teams and followership, and able to set direction and execute.
Ability to meet the physical requirements described, including frequent standing and site navigation, bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to communicate effectively and visual acuity for reading plans and inspecting work.
Ability to adapt to construction-site conditions and comply with safety policies and applicable laws.
Flexibility to work extended hours during critical project phases or client deadlines and respond to time-sensitive matters or emergencies outside regular hours.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening; the company also conducts random quarterly tests.

Nice To Haves

General-contractor experience on large-scale construction projects is highly preferred.
DBIA accreditation and/or LEED accreditation.

Responsibilities

Lead contract administration, change orders, procurement, scheduling, and financial reporting.
Maintain thorough knowledge of company contracts and understand the parties involved.
Secure required permits and verify subcontractor insurance coverage.
Facilitate project meetings to coordinate work activity.
Lead, train, and develop project team members.
Prepare and submit monthly job status reports outlining project priorities and issues.
Lead project close-out, including turnover of manuals and warranties and preparation of final payment documents for subcontractors.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with counterparts at owners, engineering firms, and design firms.
Set project deadlines and monitor progress.
Promote a culture of safety on the project site and follow applicable safety policies, procedures, and laws.
Support acquisition of new work by participating in proposals and presentations.
Foster an inclusive and diverse environment.
Develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win appropriate work.
Recruit, identify, hire, and retain strong industry talent.
Anticipate stakeholder needs, desires, and goals and work to exceed expectations.
Monitor and respond to communications when business needs require attention outside regular working hours.