Water-Wastewater Preconstruction Manager

Kimmel & Associates • Seattle, WA

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About The Position

The Wastewater Preconstruction Manager will lead procurement and preconstruction phases on collaborative delivery projects such as Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), Progressive Design-Build (PDB), and Design-Build (DB). This role requires coordination with internal project teams, design partners, joint venture entities, and public agency clients. This is a high-impact role for an experienced construction professional with deep technical knowledge of advanced water and wastewater treatment processes and a strong track record of guiding projects through early-phase planning, budgeting, constructability, and GMP negotiations.

Requirements

• 10–15 years of construction experience on major water/wastewater treatment projects
• Proven success as Preconstruction Manager on at least 3 collaborative delivery projects valued at $100M+ each (CMAR, PDB, or DB)
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management
• Strong technical understanding of advanced water treatment technologies (RO, UV, AOP, etc.)
• Experience working on public works and low-bid design-bid-build projects is a plus
• Prior estimating experience on water/wastewater infrastructure projects
• Willingness to travel as required

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction strategy development in response to RFQs and RFPs
• Provide input on constructability, scheduling, materials, and project approach
• Collaborate with designers, JV partners, and stakeholders to develop cohesive proposals
• Author and contribute content for technical and execution sections of proposal documents
• Identify and plan for third-party approvals and permitting requirements
• Manage preconstruction operations, serving as liaison between client, designers, and construction team
• Provide technical input on treatment technologies (e.g., RO, UV, AOP) to optimize cost and schedule
• Lead GMP development and pricing strategy, including early works packages
• Conduct technical reviews and coordinate constructability assessments
• Build and foster strong client relationships, promoting a collaborative, solution-oriented mindset
• Oversee coordination with third parties and help navigate approval processes

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Opportunity to work on landmark infrastructure projects with public agency clients
• Strong organizational support for career development and leadership advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees