Project Manager Water & Wastewater

Job Description

Job Description

Project Manager – Water & Wastewater Treatment

Location : Cleveland, OH

Type : Full-Time

Salary Range : $100,000 – $125,000 base + benefits

Industry : Heavy Civil / Infrastructure / Utilities

About the Opportunity

A top-tier infrastructure contractor is seeking a Project Manager (PM) with experience in Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant (W / WWTP) projects. This position is ideal for someone with a technical foundation in civil or construction engineering and proven leadership in managing medium-sized infrastructure jobs from preconstruction through close-out.

The PM will lead scheduling, subcontractor management, billing, and financial reporting across project lifecycles. You’ll be the go-to coordinator for field operations, cost controls, and client-facing progress.

This opportunity is ideal for professionals looking to take the next step in their heavy civil construction career, particularly those passionate about environmental infrastructure.

What You’ll Do

• Lead project startup, scheduling, and financial reporting
• Manage submittals, RFIs, and subcontractor / vendor coordination
• Oversee cost-to-complete reporting and project forecasting
• Conduct planning and progress meetings with field and executive leadership
• Resolve change orders, disputes, and contract clarifications
• Collaborate with estimating on project buyout and bid pricing
• Maintain project logs (change orders, RFIs, delays, submittals, etc.)
• Mentor Assistant PMs and Project Engineers
• Participate in industry associations or professional groups

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What’s Offered