Project Manager — Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP)

Jacksonville, FL | Full-Time | Salaried

At Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc., we don't just build infrastructure—we build life-changing infrastructure. We are a privately owned, employee-owned (ESOP) civil contracting firm based in Jacksonville, FL.

We specialize in public works, water resources (including water and wastewater treatment plants), and site development, with expertise in underground utilities, roadway construction, and related civil infrastructure.

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the successful execution of our Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) construction projects. This role is responsible for managing projects from preconstruction through closeout while maintaining full responsibility for safety, schedule, budget, quality, and client satisfaction.

This is an excellent opportunity for a construction leader who enjoys taking ownership, driving results, and building projects that improve communities throughout our region.

What You'll Do

Project Leadership

• Manage all phases of water and wastewater treatment plant construction projects from planning and budgeting through final completion.
• Develop and execute project plans that deliver successful outcomes while meeting safety, quality, schedule, and budget objectives.
• Lead Project Engineers, Superintendents, Foremen, subcontractors, and project teams with clear communication and accountability.

Financial Management

• Maintain full profit-and-loss responsibility for assigned projects.
• Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow.
• Monitor production, identify project risks, and implement strategies that improve profitability and operational performance.
• Review change orders, subcontract agreements, procurement activities, and project financial reporting.

Team Leadership

• Foster a culture built on Accountability, Character, and Teamwork.
• Mentor and develop Project Engineers, Superintendents, and field leadership.
• Collaborate with Estimating, Operations, Accounting, and Executive Leadership to ensure project success.

Client & Risk Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
• Anticipate challenges, resolve issues proactively, and protect Petticoat-Schmitt's interests throughout each project.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, safety standards, and company policies.

What We're Looking For

Experience & Education

• Minimum 4 years of Project Management experience in heavy civil construction.
• Water and wastewater treatment plant construction experience strongly preferred.
• Experience managing self-performed structural concrete work.
• Demonstrated success managing project financial performance, budgets, forecasting, and profit and loss.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Technical & Professional Skills

• Strong knowledge of heavy civil construction methods and project management principles.
• Experience with project management software such as Primavera P6, Bluebeam, HCSS, Procore, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Teams.
• Excellent communication, leadership, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Traits That Succeed Here

• High sense of urgency with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong business acumen and financial decision-making abilities.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Ability to coach, develop, and motivate high-performing teams.

Success Measures

You'll be accountable for:

• Delivering projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Achieving or exceeding project profitability goals.
• Maintaining accurate forecasting, documentation, billing, and reporting.
• Building lasting client relationships through exceptional project execution.

Why Petticoat-Schmitt?

We live our values (A.C.T.):

Accountability – Safety first. Plan the work. Execute with ownership.

Character – Integrity, respect, trustworthiness, humility.

Team – Shared goals, servant leadership, determination, and results.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Performance-based incentive opportunities.
• Project Savings Incentive for qualifying projects.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Annual Profit Sharing – Participate in company-wide profit sharing once annual goals are achieved.
• Monthly Safety Bonus – Earned when the company goes recordable-incident free.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage Options, including a 100% company-paid High Deductible Health Plan (employee-only coverage).
• Dental, vision, short/long-term disability, and accident coverage.
• Up to $50,000 employer-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 4%.
• Ongoing leadership development and professional growth opportunities.
• Access to financial and health advisory resources.

Location & Travel

• Base Office: Jacksonville, FL.
• Project Support Area: Projects located within approximately a 300-mile radius of Jacksonville.
• Travel: Occasional travel as required to support project needs.

What We Expect

• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
• Professional appearance and conduct.
• Commitment to living Petticoat-Schmitt's values of Accountability, Character, and Teamwork.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

About Petticoat-Schmitt

Headquartered in Jacksonville, FL since 2007, Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc. is a privately owned, employee-owned (ESOP) civil contracting firm. We specialize in public works, water resources (including water and wastewater treatment plants), and site development, with expertise in underground utilities, roadway construction, and related civil infrastructure.

Agency Disclaimer

Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or third-party recruiters. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Petticoat-Schmitt, and no fees will be paid for such submissions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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