Senior Project Manager (Water/Wastewater)

Clark Construction Group, LLC•Lorton, VA

4d•$110,000 - $225,000

About The Position

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the administrative and technical management of Clark Water water/wastewater treatment projects. As the project point person, this role steers projects forward and provides general administrative and technical leadership. The position involves managing project teams, coordinating with owners and engineering firms, and overseeing projects from start to finish. This is an active, hands-on role with significant time spent at construction sites and additional time in an office. The work includes navigating uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists; working around moving mechanical equipment; and adapting to varying weather and moderate to loud noise. The role also involves office-based computer work, document review, and meetings. Employees are expected to follow Clark Construction safety policies and applicable laws. This is a demanding, high-performance role requiring flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines. Employees may need to monitor and respond to communications outside regular working hours for time-sensitive matters or emergencies. A pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and random quarterly screenings are required.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a similar field, or relevant experience.
5–9+ years of construction experience.
Experience successfully managing projects from start to finish.
Skilled in negotiating and developing relationships with owners and subcontractors.
Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team.
At least 2 years of supervisory experience.
Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Passion for the work and industry.
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 stand and move around active job sites and perform bending, kneeling, reaching, and other full-range-of-motion activities.
Ability to frequently lift and carry materials up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Ability to communicate effectively and visually read plans and inspect work.
Ability to work extended hours and respond to communications outside regular working hours when business needs, critical issues, or emergencies require it.
Must complete a pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and submit to random quarterly drug fitness-for-duty tests.

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree in engineering or business.
Experience working for a general contractor on water/wastewater treatment facilities.
DBIA accreditation.
LEED accreditation.

Responsibilities

Supervise activities related to contract administration, change orders, submittals, procurement, and scheduling.
Maintain thorough knowledge of company contracts and understand the parties involved.
Secure required permits and verify insurance coverage for subcontractors.
Schedule and facilitate project meetings needed to coordinate work.
Supervise and manage project team members.
Train and develop direct reports through on-the-job training and internal or external development opportunities.
Maintain thorough knowledge of major project issues and priorities, and prepare and submit monthly job status reports.
Provide administrative and technical leadership for the project, maintain project records, and monitor correspondence.
Supervise project closeout.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with counterparts at owner and engineering firms.
Participate in proposals and presentations as requested.