Project Manager (Water/Wastewater) at Metric Geo Project Manager (Water/Wastewater) at Metric Geo in Daly City, California Posted in about 11 hours ago.

Type:

full-time Project Manager -

Water/Wastewater Construction Location:

San Francisco Bay Area, CA Industry:

Heavy Civil /

Water & Wastewater Construction Experience:

5+

Years Employment Type:

Full-Time The Opportunity A well-established and rapidly growing General Contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join its Bay Area operations. The company has a strong reputation for delivering complex public infrastructure projects and is continuing to expand its presence across the Northern California water and wastewater market. This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager with heavy civil and water/wastewater experience who wants to take ownership of challenging projects while joining a contractor with a strong backlog, established client relationships, and significant growth opportunities. Key Responsibilities As Project Manager, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of water and wastewater construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.

Responsibilities will include:

Manage water/wastewater projects from award through final completion and closeout. Oversee project budgets, cost forecasting, schedules, procurement, and overall financial performance. Coordinate closely with owners, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, field leadership, and internal project teams. Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, contracts, and project documentation. Lead subcontractor procurement, negotiations, scope development, and contract administration. Partner with Superintendents to develop construction plans, sequencing, schedules, and site logistics. Identify project risks early and develop practical solutions to protect schedule and profitability. Monitor project progress and provide accurate cost-to-complete and financial forecasts. Lead owner and project meetings and maintain strong relationships with clients and engineering partners. Ensure projects meet company standards for safety, quality, schedule, and financial performance. Support and mentor Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers. Assist with preconstruction, estimating, constructability reviews, and project pursuits as required. Qualifications 5+ years of construction project management experience , ideally with a General Contractor. Demonstrated experience delivering water/wastewater, treatment plant, pump station, pipeline, or related heavy civil infrastructure projects . Strong understanding of construction contracts, drawings, specifications, scheduling, cost controls, and change management. Experience working on public works or municipal infrastructure projects in California is strongly preferred. Proven ability to manage subcontractors, vendors, owners, engineers, and field teams. Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, cost reporting, and change-order management. Excellent communication, leadership, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency with commonly used construction management and scheduling software. Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline preferred; equivalent industry experience will also be considered. What's Offered The company offers a highly competitive compensation package along with the opportunity to build a long-term career with a growing contractor in one of California's strongest infrastructure markets. The successful candidate can expect : Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits 401(k) and company benefits package Vehicle allowance/company vehicle depending on position Paid time off and holidays Strong project backlog and long-term stability Exposure to large and technically challenging water/wastewater projects Clear opportunities for advancement into Senior Project Manager and Project Executive-level positions A collaborative culture with experienced construction leadership Why Join? This is an opportunity to join a well-known and growing General Contractor with a strong reputation in the Northern California infrastructure market. You'll have the autonomy to lead meaningful projects, work alongside experienced construction professionals, and play an important role in the continued growth of the company's water/wastewater division. If you are an experienced Project Manager looking for your next step in the Bay Area water and wastewater construction market , we'd like to hear from you.