Project Manager-Civil Division (Water & Wastewater Treatment)

Kimmel & Associates • Reno, NV

11d • $110,000 - $150,000

About The Position

The Project Manager will plan, coordinate, and execute water and wastewater infrastructure construction projects from preconstruction through completion. Working closely with the Vice President of the Civil Division, the role connects field operations, engineering teams, owners, subcontractors, inspectors, and other stakeholders. Projects may include water and wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, pipelines and utility infrastructure, tanks and clarifiers, filtration systems, chemical feed facilities, and associated civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical systems. The position also oversees regulatory compliance, client communications, project documentation, cost and schedule performance, and project closeout.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience managing water and/or wastewater infrastructure construction projects.
• Strong understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes, piping systems, concrete structures, and heavy equipment planning.
• Experience with public works bidding practices and compliance documentation.
• Proficiency with estimating and project management software such as HCSS, HeavyBid, MS Project, or similar platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret civil construction drawings, grading plans, utility diagrams, specifications, and related project documents.
• Strong organizational, leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple project stakeholders and manage competing priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Familiarity with DOT, municipal, or other infrastructure contracts.
• Experience with both Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build delivery models.
• Familiarity with SWPPP requirements, confined-space entry programs, and QA/QC procedures for water and wastewater treatment systems.
• California Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, or the ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of water and wastewater treatment projects.
• Coordinate civil, mechanical, and electrical scopes to maintain efficient construction workflows.
• Manage project schedules, milestones, budgets, and cost controls.
• Conduct job site visits and monitor construction quality, safety, productivity, and progress.
• Collaborate with engineers, owners, subcontractors, inspectors, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify project issues and develop solutions to minimize impacts to schedule, cost, and scope.
• Ensure compliance with applicable environmental, public health, safety, and regulatory requirements, including requirements established by the EPA, OSHA, SWRCB, and municipal authorities.
• Address project-specific requirements related to NPDES permits, confined-space entry, trench safety, and process containment.
• Support implementation of project QA/QC procedures and documentation requirements.
• Serve as a primary contact for owners, municipalities, utilities, consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Represent the company at preconstruction, OAC, progress, and commissioning coordination meetings.
• Communicate project status, challenges, changes, and solutions effectively.
• Address field conditions and change events while protecting project scope, schedule, and profitability.
• Maintain project documentation, including submittals, RFIs, meeting minutes, schedules, progress photos, and related records.
• Prepare change orders, pay applications, as-built documentation, and other project deliverables.
• Track project performance, cost data, and key metrics through closeout.
• Contribute to post-project evaluations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package of $110,000–$150,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Leadership exposure within a growing Civil Division.
• Opportunity to manage technically complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Collaborative work environment with experienced construction and engineering professionals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed