Amundson Group
A self-performing contractor specializing in water and wastewater treatment infrastructure is hiring a Senior Project Manager to lead complex projects from mobilization through closeout. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll own the full scope of project delivery, from contract administration and permitting to team supervision and owner relations. If you’ve built your career managing treatment facility projects and you’re ready to step into a senior role with real autonomy, this is worth a serious look.
What You Will Run
- Full administrative and technical management of water/wastewater treatment projects, serving as the single point of contact and decision maker for the project team
- Contract administration, change orders, submittals, procurement, and schedule oversight
- Permitting, insurance verification for subcontractors, and coordination of all project meetings
- Supervision and development of direct reports, including training and career growth opportunities
- Monthly job status reporting, project record management, and correspondence oversight
- Project closeout and relationship building with owners, engineers, and trade partners
- Proposal and presentation participation as needed
What It Takes
- Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience. Graduate degree a plus.
- 5 to 9+ years of construction experience with a general contractor, preferably on water/wastewater treatment facilities
- Proven track record managing projects successfully from start to finish
- Minimum 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience
- Strong negotiation skills and ability to develop relationships with owners and subcontractors
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate teams in a fast-paced environment
- Comfort working on active construction sites with uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists. This role is physically active and requires frequent standing, bending, kneeling, and reaching. You’ll lift and carry materials up to 25 pounds regularly, occasionally up to 50 pounds.
- Adaptability to all weather conditions, moderate to loud noise levels, and elevated or confined work areas with moving equipment
- Willingness to work extended hours during critical project phases and respond to time-sensitive communications outside regular business hours
- DBIA and LEED accreditation a plus
- Passion for the work and the water/wastewater industry
Compensation and Environment
This role offers a salary range of 120,000 to 165,000 per year, commensurate with experience. You’ll split your time between active job sites and a typical office setting. This is a high-performance culture where you’re expected to be energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and deliver exceptional results. A pre-employment drug screening and random quarterly testing are required as part of our drug-free workplace commitment.
At a glance
- Location: South Carolina
- Compensation: $120,000 to $165,000 per year
- Recruiter: Amundson Group, veteran-owned, construction-only
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