Project Manager-Water Resources

Kimmel & Associates • Dallas, TX

3d • $130,000 - $160,000

About The Position

The Project Manager – Water Resources will oversee the planning, execution, and successful delivery of municipal water and wastewater construction projects. Based in Farmers Branch, Texas, the role manages complex infrastructure projects involving water treatment plants, pumping and lift stations, large-diameter pipelines, water mains, and treatment facility upgrades. The position requires hands-on water and wastewater construction experience, strong project management skills, and the ability to lead teams, maintain positive client relationships, control costs, and meet schedules.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the water and wastewater construction industry.
• Demonstrated experience managing or delivering at least two completed water or wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Working knowledge of municipal water and wastewater construction, including pipelines, water mains, pumping stations, lift stations, and treatment facilities.
• Experience with contract administration, project budgeting, cost control, and change order management.
• Proficiency in developing and maintaining CPM schedules and preparing project progress reports.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, subcontractor coordination, quality control, and project closeout procedures.
• Excellent communication, organizational, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee water and wastewater construction projects from planning and preconstruction through execution, commissioning, and final closeout.
• Manage project contracts, documentation, change orders, subcontractor coordination, and compliance with contractual requirements.
• Develop and manage project budgets, monitor costs, forecast financial performance, and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Prepare, maintain, and manage Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules to track progress, coordinate resources, and meet project milestones.
• Build and maintain relationships with municipal clients, owners, engineers, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Prepare monthly progress reports, communicate project status, identify risks, and provide updates on schedule, cost, and performance.
• Coordinate with superintendents, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to maintain productivity, quality, and safety throughout construction.
• Coordinate startup, testing, commissioning, project documentation, final acceptance, and warranty activities.
• Identify potential project challenges, resolve issues proactively, and ensure work complies with applicable specifications and quality standards.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $130,000–$160,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Company bonus plan.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid holidays.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
• Opportunity to contribute to essential municipal infrastructure projects.

What This Job Offers

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