Project Manager

Rockwell Sterling are partnered with a leader in water infrastructure, we are passionate about improving and maintaining the systems that provide clean, safe, and reliable water to people. We take pride in being a community of builders, committed to developing infrastructure that serves both today’s needs and future generations. We are currently seeking a Project Manager for our Water Infrastructure division to bring expertise, leadership, and passion for the industry to manage water-focused construction projects. If you’re ready to build your career in water infrastructure, this is the opportunity for you. Responsibilities: Overall Project Administration : Oversee contract management, provide technical guidance, and ensure seamless execution of water infrastructure projects, from initial design through to completion. Safety Leadership : Develop and implement safety plans specific to water infrastructure projects, enforcing health and safety practices across the team and project site. Project Execution : Ensure that the project is completed according to the design, budget, resources, quality standards, and schedule, focusing on water systems such as treatment plants, pipelines, storage tanks, and distribution networks. Client and Stakeholder Engagement : Understand client requirements, propose value engineering solutions, and manage stakeholder expectations through clear communication on progress, challenges, and opportunities. Contract & Budget Management : Negotiate contracts, manage progress payments, issue subcontracts, and oversee procurement of materials and services to maintain the project’s financial health and schedule. Risk & Opportunity Management : Proactively identify, assess, and manage project risks and opportunities, ensuring project milestones are met with minimal disruption. Commissioning & Closeout : Lead the final stages of water infrastructure projects, ensuring proper commissioning, testing, and operational handover to clients. If applicable, for Design-Build projects: Design Oversight : Monitor design progress for compliance with regulatory standards, constructability, quality, and deliverable timelines specific to water infrastructure systems. Quality Control : Assist the project lead in developing a design-quality plan, ensuring the design meets or exceeds water infrastructure standards and regulations, while conducting regular audits. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or diploma in civil engineering , construction management , or a related field. 5–10 years of progressive experience in construction, with a focus on water infrastructure projects such as pump stations, treatment plants, and utility systems. Leadership experience and mentoring are preferred. Demonstrated expertise in safety management and the application of health, safety, and environmental principles relevant to water infrastructure. Extensive knowledge of water infrastructure construction methods, materials, building codes, and industry standards. Strong skills in planning, budgeting, organizing, and time management, with the ability to manage project costs and schedules for large, complex water systems projects. Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, project management software, and scheduling tools, with the ability to learn and adopt new technologies as needed for water infrastructure projects. Paying up to $1300,000 Base salary. Not including bonuses & other top line benefits such as a ESOP.