Project Manager - Water / Wastewater

Reference: 149413080_1753461208

Ewi recruitment

The market leading infrastructure, water & energy recruiter is seeking Water / Wastewater Project Managers to be based out of their clients Atlanta location in Georgia


Job Purpose

Provides overall management direction to one or more projects, establishes project objectives and policies, maintains liaison with clients, and monitors construction and financial activities through administrative direction of onsite Superintendent, as well as mentoring Project Engineers.

Essential Duties

Manages critical subcontractors.
Initiates and maintains relationships with clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
Creates and manages a schedule of values and pay applications.
Assists in creating and carrying out a job-specific safety plan.
Ensures a quality control plan is developed and implemented.
Manages the procurement process including labor, equipment, materials, and subcontracts.
Prepares and maintains accurate financial forecasting with an emphasis on labor, equipment, and cash flow.
Creates and manages the project schedule (cost and resource loaded as required).
Participates in all preconstruction services.


Reporting Relationships

The position reports to the Regional Leader
The position is mentored by: Senior Project Manager
The position is a mentor for: Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer
Position to work closely with Project Superintendent, Superintendent, Senior Superintendent

Level of Responsibility

Project Size: Effectively and efficiently manage the company's small to mid-size projects.

Project Team: Project Engineer, Superintendent



Competencies

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish collaborative relationships with clients.
Experience in participating in labor negotiations favorable.
Member of a professional organization is helpful.
Member of a community organization is helpful.
Participate in career fairs and recruitment.
Keep up with current technology (BIM, 3D Modelling, Pipe Detailing, Etc.).

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education and Experience

4-year BS degree in engineering, construction management, or equivalent experience.
5-10 years of construction experience

Computer Skills:
Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook is required. Primavera/Oracle scheduling, Sage Timberline, AutoCAD, and Viewpoint are a plus.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Motor Vehicle report required.

The actual salary will be determined based on the candidate's knowledge and experience.

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

$110,000.00 - $130,000.00
Per annum
USD110000.00 - USD130000.00 per annum
Added 25/07/2025
Reference: 149413080_1753461208

Project Manager - Water / Wastewater

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America Permanent Wastewater

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