Water-Wastewater Preconstruction Manager
2 days ago
The company is a nationally recognized leader in the water and wastewater infrastructure sector, delivering innovative, high-performance solutions through collaborative and alternative delivery methods. With a reputation for technical excellence, sustainable practices, and successful execution of complex public works projects, the company continues to grow its footprint across the U.S. in progressive design-build and CMAR delivery.
About the Position
The Wastewater Preconstruction Manager will lead procurement and preconstruction phases on collaborative delivery projects such as Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), Progressive Design-Build (PDB), and Design-Build (DB). This role requires coordination with internal project teams, design partners, joint venture entities, and public agency clients.
This is a high-impact role for an experienced construction professional with deep technical knowledge of advanced water and wastewater treatment processes and a strong track record of guiding projects through early-phase planning, budgeting, constructability, and GMP negotiations.
Key Responsibilities:
During Procurement Phase:
- Lead preconstruction strategy development in response to RFQs and RFPs
- Provide input on constructability, scheduling, materials, and project approach
- Collaborate with designers, JV partners, and stakeholders to develop cohesive proposals
- Author and contribute content for technical and execution sections of proposal documents
- Identify and plan for third-party approvals and permitting requirements
- Manage preconstruction operations, serving as liaison between client, designers, and construction team
- Provide technical input on treatment technologies (e.g., RO, UV, AOP) to optimize cost and schedule
- Lead GMP development and pricing strategy, including early works packages
- Conduct technical reviews and coordinate constructability assessments
- Build and foster strong client relationships, promoting a collaborative, solution-oriented mindset
- Oversee coordination with third parties and help navigate approval processes
Requirements
- 10-15 years of construction experience on major water/wastewater treatment projects
- Proven success as Preconstruction Manager on at least 3 collaborative delivery projects valued at $100M+ each (CMAR, PDB, or DB)
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management
- Strong technical understanding of advanced water treatment technologies (RO, UV, AOP, etc.)
- Experience working on public works and low-bid design-bid-build projects is a plus
- Prior estimating experience on water/wastewater infrastructure projects
- Willingness to travel as required
Benefits
- Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives
- Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Life and disability insurance
- Opportunity to work on landmark infrastructure projects with public agency clients
- Strong organizational support for career development and leadership advancement
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