Wastewater Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Project Manager – Water & Wastewater Construction

Company: Aslan Construction
Location: Colorado
Position Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 10+ Years

Position Overview

Aslan Construction is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the successful execution of municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of experience managing complex construction projects, with a strong background in water treatment plants, wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, and associated infrastructure.

This position requires a hands-on leader who understands construction operations, contract administration, project financial management, and the coordination necessary to successfully deliver technically complex projects.

The Project Manager will be responsible for managing projects from preconstruction and procurement through construction, startup, commissioning, and final closeout while maintaining strong relationships with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and project personnel.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Execution

• Manage all phases of construction, including planning, procurement, execution, startup, and closeout.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Coordinate with field superintendents to establish construction sequencing, manpower requirements, and equipment needs.
• Identify potential project risks and develop strategies to minimize cost and schedule impacts.
• Oversee subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Conduct regular project meetings with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams.

Contract Administration & Financial Management

• Review and interpret construction contracts, plans, specifications, and general conditions.
• Manage project budgets, cost projections, and financial reporting.
• Prepare and negotiate change orders, including cost and schedule impacts.
• Identify, document, and manage differing site conditions, design conflicts, and changes in scope.
• Prepare and review payment applications, subcontractor invoices, and project cost reports.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and correspondence.
• Protect the company's contractual rights while maintaining professional working relationships.

Technical Coordination

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of municipal water and wastewater treatment processes and construction methods.
• Coordinate civil, structural, mechanical, process piping, electrical, and instrumentation and controls work.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, equipment procurement, and technical coordination.
• Work with engineers and equipment manufacturers to resolve design and installation conflicts.
• Coordinate equipment installation, startup, functional testing, and commissioning activities.
• Ensure construction complies with contract documents, applicable codes, and quality standards.

Leadership & Communication

• Provide direction and support to project engineers, superintendents, and administrative personnel.
• Establish clear expectations for project performance, safety, quality, and schedule.
• Maintain effective relationships with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Communicate project status, risks, and financial performance to company leadership.
• Promote a collaborative, accountable, and solution-oriented project environment.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of construction project management experience, with significant experience in municipal water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Demonstrated experience managing multimillion-dollar construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, specifications, drawings, and project documentation.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and change orders.
• Working knowledge of treatment plant construction, process mechanical systems, and associated civil and structural work.
• Ability to identify construction conflicts and develop practical solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with construction management software, scheduling applications, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to travel to project locations as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), Design-Build, and Design-Bid-Build delivery methods.
• Familiarity with EJCDC contract documents and public works contracting.
• Experience managing self-performed construction activities, particularly concrete and process piping.
• Experience coordinating treatment equipment installation, electrical systems, instrumentation, and plant commissioning.
• Experience with Procore, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or comparable project management software.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent industry experience will be considered.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a Project Manager who takes ownership of their projects, anticipates challenges, and understands the importance of balancing contractual obligations, financial performance, construction quality, and owner relationships.

The successful candidate will be comfortable making decisions, resolving complex construction issues, and working directly with field personnel to keep projects moving forward.

Experience in the water and wastewater industry is essential, as is the ability to manage the unique technical and operational challenges associated with treatment facilities.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits and additional compensation details will be provided during the hiring process.

We are looking for a Project Manager who takes ownership of their projects, anticipates challenges, and understands the importance of balancing contractual obligations, financial performance, construction quality, and owner relationships.
The successful candidate will be comfortable making decisions, resolving complex construction issues, and working directly with field personnel to keep projects moving forward.
Experience in the water and wastewater industry is essential, as is the ability to manage the unique technical and operational challenges associated with treatment facilities.

Company Description

We are looking for a Project Manager who takes ownership of their projects, anticipates challenges, and understands the importance of balancing contractual obligations, financial performance, construction quality, and owner relationships.The successful candidate will be comfortable making decisions, resolving complex construction issues, and working directly with field personnel to keep projects moving forward.Experience in the water and wastewater industry is essential, as is the ability to manage the unique technical and operational challenges associated with treatment facilities.