Senior Project Manager (WTP/WWTP Construction)

Peterson Consulting Group

The Role

Overview

Lead WTP/WWTP construction projects in Colorado as Senior Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities

  • cost control
  • schedule management
  • quality assurance
  • safety compliance
  • design review
  • construction lead

Tasks

Oversee cost, schedule, and quality performance, ensuring project goals are achieved or exceeded. Manage client relationships and maintain communication with owners, engineers, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. Drive compliance with company safety policies and regulatory standards on all project sites. Direct project teams—including project engineers, superintendents, and subcontractors—fostering collaboration and accountability. Review drawings, specifications, and design changes to identify risks and develop proactive solutions. Mentor junior project management staff to support company growth and long-term success. Lead all phases of WTP/WWTP construction projects from preconstruction through final completion. Forecast manpower, budgets, and schedules, and ensure accurate project reporting.

Requirements

  • project management
  • 10+ years
  • water treatment
  • estimating
  • construction software
  • cost control

What You Bring

Excellent leadership and communication skills, capable of guiding project teams and collaborating across departments. 10+ years of progressive project management experience in heavy civil construction, specifically focused on Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant (WTP/WWTP) projects. Skilled in subcontractor management, contract negotiation, and client relations. Must live in or be willing to relocate to Golden, CO; relocation assistance is available for the right candidate. Strong understanding of treatment process systems, mechanical and concrete construction, and plant startup/commissioning. Ability to lead preconstruction planning, estimating, scheduling, and cost control with a focus on efficiency and accuracy. Proven success managing projects ranging from $10M–$100M+ in value. Proficiency in construction management software, project reporting, and documentation.

Benefits

Strong Company Culture: Emphasis on loyalty, collaboration, professional growth, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Comprehensive Benefits Package: Competitive base salary ($130K–$180K DOE), full medical, dental, vision, PTO, and company vehicle or vehicle allowance.

The Company

About Peterson Consulting Group

-Specializes in executive recruitment for the construction industry, founded by a civil engineer with deep industry knowledge. -Works nationwide with leading contractors to provide tailored recruitment solutions. -Handles a wide range of construction projects, including mass excavation, underwater utilities, and marine construction. -Blends technical insight with talent strategy to deliver effective recruitment outcomes.

Sector Specialisms

Heavy Civil

Heavy Highway

Mass Excavation & Underground Utilities

Tunneling

Residential & Commercial Sitework

Asphalt & Concrete Paving

Concrete Structures - Bridges & Retaining Walls

Steel Structures

Deep Foundation

Earth Retention

Demolition

Water & Wastewater Treatment Plants (WTP & WWTP)

Renewable Energy

Material Production (Asphalt, Concrete, Aggregates)

Marine and Dredging

Multifamily Construction

Commercial Construction

Cured in Place Pipe (CIPP)

Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)

Parks, Athletic Field, and Landscape