Construction Manager

MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World, our teams are rapidly growing across the nation.

As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here.

The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters' communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

MWH is currently seeking a Senior Construction Manager to support critical infrastructure construction work in Austin, TX.

The Senior Construction Manager will oversee the appointed project staff and support service consultants to ensure the project is constructed in accordance with the project plans and specifications, as well as requirements of the contract and the expectations of the client.

Reporting directly to MWH’s Area Manager, the Senior Construction Manager is the primary interface with the owner and the contractor and with the engineer of record and regulatory representatives. In addition to providing construction management on all project phases from procurement, through bid, pre-construction, construction, commissioning, start-up and close-out phases, the Senior Construction Manager will assist in new business development opportunities.

Essential Functions

• Interface with client, oversight representatives, regulatory agencies, etc., for both business development and project execution.
• Make decisions and recommendations that can improve corporate relationship with client and profitability of managed projects.
• Develop new business opportunities relative to a particular client, group of clients or geographical area.
• Initiate and maintain liaison with client, consultants and contractors to facilitate construction activities.
• Ensure all client, company, and project policies, procedures, standards, etc., are adhered to properly.
• Complete project objectives and performance standards within boundaries of client policies and procedures.
• Provide oversight and direction to all activities associated with construction management, contract administration, contract planning/execution, contractor’s scheduling review and analysis, change order management, and quality assurance oversight with field inspection functions, as required.
• Monitor and control to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget.
• Evaluate contractor’s detailed cost proposals and develop preliminary cost estimate.
• Plan, coordinate, and/or supervise activities of all company and consultant personnel on assigned project(s).
• Will have day-to-day supervisory responsibility over support and professional construction management staff.