Construction Project Manager, I Water/Wastewater | General & Sub Contractor | East Bay Area, CA - MyGreat Recruitment

Construction Project Manager – Water/Wastewater

Compensation: $140,000 – $240,000 base + per diem/LOA (for travel roles) + comprehensive benefits
Locations: Multiple office locations across CA, CO, and ID or project-based assignments nationwide (federal/travel team)
Start Date: Immediate

Overview

We are seeking experienced Construction Project Managers (PMs and Sr. PMs) to support a growing portfolio of water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the western U.S. and on federal projects nationwide.

These roles are available in two primary formats:

• Office-Based Roles: Supporting regional and local projects out of one of our established offices (listed below), with limited travel depending on project needs

• Traveling Federal Team: Supporting complex, remote, or federally funded projects across the U.S., often on a rotation schedule with per diem, housing, and travel support provided

This is an opportunity to join a high-performing team delivering critical infrastructure projects ranging from municipal upgrades to complex, logistically challenging installations.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Proven project management experience delivering water and/or wastewater construction projects from preconstruction through commissioning and closeout
• Strong understanding of mechanical/process systems , including equipment installation, startup, and commissioning coordination
• Demonstrated success managing:
  • Project budgets, forecasting, and cost control
  • Change management processes
  • Project schedules and procurement workflows
• High level of administrative rigor , including documentation, submittals, RFIs, inspections, and compliance tracking
• Strong communication and coordination skills across internal teams, clients, subcontractors, and vendors

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience on federal projects with strict compliance, documentation, and billing requirements
• Background working for a general contractor and/or subcontractor in public works or industrial environments
• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (PE license a plus)
• Experience supporting:
  • Remote or travel-based project teams
  • Rotation schedules, per diem, and field logistics
• Experience on projects ranging from $5M to $30M+ , including multi-phase scopes
• Experience working in challenging environments (remote sites, restricted access, complex logistics)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead execution of water/wastewater construction projects from planning through commissioning and closeout
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans covering:
  • Scope
  • Schedule
  • Procurement
  • Staffing and logistics (especially for remote/travel roles)
• Oversee commissioning to ensure systems operate safely and meet design and acceptance criteria
• Manage financial performance including:
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Cost-to-complete tracking
  • Risk and contingency planning
• Lead change management from identification through execution
• Maintain high-quality project documentation to ensure compliance and timely payment
• Partner with field teams to uphold strong safety standards and culture
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery
• Manage procurement and vendor relationships to meet project timelines
• Proactively solve logistical and sequencing challenges, particularly on complex or remote projects
• Provide clear reporting on schedule, cost, risks, and key decisions

Work Environment & Flexibility

• Office-Based Roles: Â Primarily based out of one of our regional offices with project oversight responsibilities and occasional site visits
• Office Locations:
  • California - Livermore (Corporate HQ), Escondido (Southwest HQ), Valencia, Bakersfiel
  • Colorado - Lafayette (Mountain HQ)
  • Idaho  - Boise, Twin Falls, Pocatello, Lathrop (Northwest HQ)

• Traveling/Federal Roles:Â Assigned to projects nationwide, often in remote or high-complexity environments
  Rotation schedules may apply (e.g., 8 days on / 6 days off or similar) - Company-supported travel, housing, and per diem provided

Why Join

• Opportunity to work on critical infrastructure projects that directly impact communities
• Exposure to a wide range of project types—from local municipal work to complex federal builds
• Strong team culture focused on quality execution, collaboration, and long-term fit
• Career growth across both regional leadership and traveling project opportunities