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Project Executive - Water/Wastewater Construction

System One
Annapolis, MD Other
POSTED ON 11/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/7/2025
Project Executive – Water/Wastewater Construction

The Project Executive plays a pivotal role in overseeing and delivering large-scale water and wastewater treatment plant construction projects. This senior leadership position is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating project activities across Northern Virginia, Washington, D.C., and the Baltimore area.

About the Projects
Projects are primarily industrial infrastructure developments, including:
  • Water treatment plants
  • Wastewater treatment facilities
  • Flood resilience infrastructure
This role may involve managing a single mega project or a portfolio of projects within a specialized market segment. Project delivery methodologies may include DBB, EPC, CMGC, CMAR, IPD, and others.

Key Responsibilities
  • Client Relationship Management – Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and follow-up to ensure safe, timely, and cost-efficient project execution.
  • Project Oversight – Manage subcontractors and optimize the utilization of self-performing trades.
  • Leadership & Team Management – Lead and coordinate a high-performing project team, ensuring alignment with company objectives and project goals.
  • Strategic Project Planning – Define objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards, ensuring projects adhere to corporate and client guidelines.
  • Budget & Schedule Compliance – Oversee financial aspects of contracts, ensuring profitability while maintaining adherence to timelines.
  • Problem Resolution & Technical Expertise – Provide technical guidance, resolve challenges, and collaborate with stakeholders, including governmental agencies and subcontractors.
  • Mentorship & Growth – Support the professional development of team members through mentorship and leadership.
  • Market Strategy & Business Development – Contribute to strategic planning and growth initiatives within the water/wastewater construction sector.

Qualifications & Experience
  • Education – Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
  • Certifications – PE and/or DBIA credentialing preferred but not required.
  • Industry Experience – 10 years of water/wastewater construction experience, with expertise in contracts, design, finance, and project management.

Key Skills & Attributes
  • Strong leadership and team-building abilities.
  • Deep understanding of industry best practices, regulations, and policies.
  • Superior communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strategic problem-solving and business acumen.
  • Ability to effectively interface with clients, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies.

Compensation
Annual salary range: $150,000 – $200,000 plus profit sharing.
This compensation range is specific to the job level and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including, but not limited to: education, experience, licensure, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. The range has been created in good faith based on information known at the time of the posting, but may change based on the qualifications of the selected candidate, as compensation decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each case. This salary range does not include any potential incentive pay or benefits, however, such information will be provided separately when appropriate.




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