Water-Wastewater Preconstruction Manager
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Job Description
About the Company
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
During Preconstruction Phase:
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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