Senior Project Manager, Water/Wastewater Construction

Senior Project Manager, Water/Wastewater Construction (PR/ ) Arizona, USA

Salary: USD - USD per year + plus bonuses, vehicle, housing

Location: Phoenix, Arizona (Project Based Travel Required)
Salary: $150,000 - $200,000 DOE + Benefits
Industry: Water/Wastewater, Heavy Civil, Treatment Plants, Utilities

A growing heavy civil contractor is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead a major water/wastewater infrastructure project in Arizona. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced PM who wants to take ownership of a large, complex project while positioning themselves for long-term leadership opportunities within a growing organization.

Position Overview

The immediate need is to lead a $40M+ wastewater treatment project located approximately three hours from Phoenix. This project is expected to last roughly two years , after which the successful candidate will transition to future projects within Arizona.

The ideal candidate is either an experienced Senior PM or a high-performing Project Manager ready to step into a larger role managing significant water/wastewater work.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of a major wastewater treatment project from startup through closeout
• Manage project budgets, schedules, forecasting, contracts, and cost controls
• Coordinate with owners, engineers, field leadership, and subcontractors
• Oversee construction activities while maintaining plant operations during rehabilitation work
• Drive safety, quality, schedule, and financial performance
• Mentor project engineers and support field leadership teams
• Manage client relationships and serve as the primary point of contact
• Transition to future Arizona projects upon completion of the initial assignment

Required Experience

• 7+ years of experience in heavy civil construction project management
• Strong background in one or more of the following:
  • Water treatment plants
  • Wastewater treatment plants
  • Pump stations
  • Lift stations
  • Large underground utility projects
• Experience managing projects in the $20M+ range is preferred
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods
• Ability to lead large teams and coordinate multiple stakeholders
• Willingness to work on an out-of-town project assignment for approximately two years

What's Offered

• Base salary of $150K-$200K DOE
• Housing/travel assistance provided for the project assignment
• Strong benefits package
• Opportunity to lead a flagship project and advance into larger leadership roles
• Stable, growing contractor with significant water/wastewater backlog

Ideal Candidate

This role is perfect for a motivated PM looking to make the jump from managing smaller projects into major water/wastewater work, or for an experienced Senior PM seeking a high-impact leadership opportunity with a long-term future in Arizona.