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Senior Project Manager - Water

CMC Partners
Charleston, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 6/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/24/2026

Our client, a leading national construction firm with a strong portfolio of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee the successful execution of complex treatment plant and water infrastructure projects.



This role is responsible for the overall administrative, financial, and technical management of projects from preconstruction through closeout. The Senior Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders and is responsible for driving project performance, leading project teams, and ensuring successful delivery of safety, quality, schedule, and budget objectives


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Key Responsibiliti

  • esLead all aspects of project administration, including contract management, change orders, submittals, procurement, and schedulin
  • g.Maintain a comprehensive understanding of project contracts and responsibilities of all stakeholder
  • s.Secure required permits and verify subcontractor insurance and compliance requirement
  • s.Schedule, facilitate, and lead project meetings to ensure effective coordination among project teams and stakeholder
  • s.Provide leadership and oversight to project engineers, assistant project managers, and other team member
  • s.Mentor, train, and develop direct reports through coaching, project exposure, and professional development opportunitie
  • s.Maintain visibility into project priorities, risks, and key issues while preparing and presenting regular project status report
  • s.Provide overall administrative and technical leadership while ensuring accurate project documentation and correspondence managemen
  • t.Oversee project closeout activities, including turnover documentation, punch list completion, and final deliverable
  • s.Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, engineering consultants, subcontractors, and other project partner
  • s.Support business development initiatives, including participation in proposals, interviews, and client presentations when neede


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Qualificati

  • onsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field required; equivalent industry experience will also be consider
  • ed.Advanced degree in Engineering, Business, or a related discipline is a pl
  • us.5 years of construction project management experience, with water/wastewater treatment facility experience strongly preferr
  • ed.Proven track record of successfully managing construction projects from inception through completi
  • on.Experience working for a general contractor on municipal water, wastewater, treatment plant, pump station, or related infrastructure projects preferr
  • ed.DBIA certification and/or LEED accreditation are considered advantageo
  • us.Strong contract administration, negotiation, and client relationship management skil
  • ls.Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to motivate, mentor, and develop project tea
  • ms.Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abiliti
  • es.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven construction environme
  • nt.Passion for delivering high-quality projects and contributing to the continued growth of the organizati


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What Our Client Of

  • fersOpportunity to lead high-profile water and wastewater infrastructure proje
  • cts.Long-term career advancement with a respected industry lea
  • der.Competitive compensation package, performance-based incentives, and comprehensive benef
  • its.Collaborative culture focused on safety, innovation, professional development, and operational excelle


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Salary : $150,000 - $170,000

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