Project Manager Construction

Job Description

Job Description

About Mountain Cascade:

Founded in 1975 and headquartered in Livermore, California, Mountain Cascade, Inc. has grown from a single-contractor operation into one of the most respected and innovative general engineering firms in the western United States. With over a century of combined management experience, we specialize in tackling the most complex and challenging infrastructure projects, underground pipelines, pump stations, water and wastewater treatment plants, site utilities, and heavy civil works, that many contractors prefer to avoid. By blending deep technical expertise with creative problem-solving, unwavering safety standards, and a relentless commitment to quality, we deliver reliable, forward-thinking solutions that set the industry standard for excellence.

About the Role:

Mountain Cascade, Inc. is seeking a qualified Project Manager for a multi-pump station project along the Colorado River from Lake Havasu to Coachella. This position requires experience in and knowledge of working on pump stations.

Responsibilities:

Pre-Construction & Job Setup

• Review job files, drawings, specifications, subcontractor and supplier quotes
• Prepare condensed specification summaries highlighting non-standard requirements
• Coordinate contract execution with internal insurance and contracts teams
• Collaborate with Scheduling to align project schedules with company and Owner requirements
• Organize and lead Pre-Construction Meetings
• Prepare initial project documentation, including:
• • Construction schedule
  • Subcontractor and representative lists
  • Submittal and shop drawing schedules
  • Schedule of values and payments

Leadership

• Act as an onsite representative of MCI at all times, professionally interacting with all project stakeholders
• Serve as Mountain Cascade’s on-site representative, professionally interacting with all project stakeholders
• Plan, direct, and coordinate all field engineering activities for the project
• Ensure project goals are achieved within established schedules and budgets
• Support company strategic initiatives related to construction methods, productivity, quality, and safety
• Provide indirect supervision and support to Project Management staff
• Serve as a team leader and interpreter of company policies
• Proactively resolve team issues and escalate to management as needed

Project Execution & Coordination

• Develop and manage site logistics and staging plans
• Maintain organization throughout the project by monitoring RFIs, scheduling, budget and cost management, safety and compliance, and communication
• Actively participate in and support creating a zero-injury culture, attending necessary meetings, and maintaining open communication
• Issue purchase orders and subcontracts for job-start materials and services
• Coordinate material deliveries, labor, and subcontractor activities
• Maintain daily communication to ensure timely procurement and execution
• Support project closeout activities, including:
• • Punch list development
  • Final walkthroughs
  • Record drawings, as-builts, O&M manuals

Requirements:

· Experience working for a contractor as a Project Manager

· 7 + years of experience as a contractor’s general superintendent on heavy engineering work, with a minimum of 4 years’ experience on pump stations, aqueducts, or similar projects

· First Aid/CPR certification

· Experience and knowledge of high voltage electrical work and energized transformers

· Valid driver’s license

Salary: $140K - $172K

Work Environment

• Full-time, on-site construction environment
• Outdoor work conditions with active construction operations
• Regular interaction with field crews, project management, and agency representatives

Why Mountain Cascade

• Work on critical public infrastructure projects
• Safety-first culture with leadership support
• Opportunity to apply expertise on complex, high-profile work

Mountain Cascade is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

\nCompany Description

Founded in 1975 and headquartered in Livermore, California, Mountain Cascade, Inc. has grown from a single-contractor operation into one of the most respected and innovative general engineering firms in Nevada and Texas. With over a century of combined management experience, we specialize in tackling the most complex and challenging infrastructure projects, underground pipelines, pump stations, water and wastewater treatment plants, site utilities, and heavy civil works, that many contractors prefer to avoid. By blending deep technical expertise with creative problem-solving, unwavering safety standards, and a relentless commitment to quality, we deliver reliable, forward-thinking solutions that set the industry standard for excellence.

Company Description

Founded in 1975 and headquartered in Livermore, California, Mountain Cascade, Inc. has grown from a single-contractor operation into one of the most respected and innovative general engineering firms in Nevada and Texas. With over a century of combined management experience, we specialize in tackling the most complex and challenging infrastructure projects, underground pipelines, pump stations, water and wastewater treatment plants, site utilities, and heavy civil works, that many contractors prefer to avoid. By blending deep technical expertise with creative problem-solving, unwavering safety standards, and a relentless commitment to quality, we deliver reliable, forward-thinking solutions that set the industry standard for excellence.