Senior Projeect Manager (Water/Wastewater)

Clark Construction Group•Richmond, VA

About The Position

As Senior Project Manager, you will be part of a leadership team dedicated to providing world-class service to clients by leading day-to-day project management. You will create project plans that outline tasks, timelines, and resources; communicate with project stakeholders; manage risk; and monitor progress against the schedule. Successful candidates demonstrate passion and dedication to getting the job done. This is an active, hands-on role that includes significant time on construction sites as well as desk work in an office. The role involves working across varied weather and noise conditions, navigating active job sites and elevated or confined areas, and following Clark Construction safety policies and applicable laws. It is a demanding, high-performance position requiring flexibility for extended hours during critical project phases and responsiveness to time-sensitive matters or emergencies outside regular working hours. Clark promotes a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment and random quarterly drug fitness-for-duty screenings are required. The total compensation package includes base salary, bonus potential, and benefits. The base salary range is $110,000–$225,000, with compensation varying based on factors including education, experience, skills, and geographic location.

Requirements

Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related discipline, or relevant work experience.
At least 7 years of construction experience; experience working for a general contractor on large-scale construction projects is highly preferred.
At least 4 years of experience leading, developing, and motivating teams.
Understanding of the strategic, operational, and financial components of a construction project.
Ability to make timely and effective decisions.
Experience managing projects successfully from start to finish.
Skill in developing and negotiating relationships with owners and trade contractors.
Strong work ethic, leadership, 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, relationship-building, able to build people and teams and followership, and able to set direction and execute.
Ability to frequently navigate active job sites, including uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists; perform bending, kneeling, and reaching; and lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to communicate effectively and to read plans and inspect work using visual acuity.
Ability to work extended hours when needed and monitor and respond to communications for time-sensitive matters or emergencies.
Ability to complete required pre-employment and random quarterly drug fitness-for-duty screenings.

Nice To Haves

DBIA accreditation.
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 subcontractors’ insurance coverage.
Facilitate project meetings to coordinate work activity.
Lead, train, and develop project team members.
Prepare and submit monthly job status reports covering project priorities and issues.
Lead project closeout, 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.
Establish project deadlines and monitor progress.
Participate in proposals and presentations as requested.
Drive a culture of safety on the project site.
Support acquisition of new work through proposals and presentations.
Foster an environment of inclusion and diversity.
Develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win appropriate work.
Recruit, hire, and retain outstanding industry talent.
Anticipate stakeholder needs, desires, and goals to exceed expectations.