Project Manager – Water/Wastewater Construction

Orion Placement
  • Lexington, Kentucky
  • $60,000–$145,000 Per Year
1 day ago

Job Description

Pay: $60,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Lead meaningful water and wastewater infrastructure projects that directly impact local communities.
  • Take ownership of projects from preconstruction through completion, with opportunities for career advancement.
  • Join a collaborative, established construction team where your ideas and leadership make a real difference.
  • Enjoy competitive compensation, performance bonus opportunities, excellent benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Location

Lexington, KY – On-site. Enjoy working with a close-knit local team while managing important water and wastewater construction projects throughout the region.

Note

We're seeking candidates with 3+ years of relevant water/wastewater construction project management or project leadership experience, an EIT credential or PE license, and established ties to the greater Lexington area.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We're an established construction company specializing in water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Our team is passionate about delivering high-quality work, supporting our employees, and building essential facilities that strengthen the communities we serve.

Job Description

  • Lead water and wastewater treatment plant construction projects from planning and bidding through successful completion.
  • Manage project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, procurement, and overall project performance.
  • Coordinate with engineers, superintendents, clients, vendors, and field teams to keep projects moving.
  • Oversee construction quality, safety compliance, project documentation, and change orders.
  • Identify challenges, develop practical solutions, and deliver projects on time and within budget.
  • Build strong relationships with project stakeholders while supporting company growth and operational excellence.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of relevant water/wastewater construction project management or project leadership experience.
  • EIT certification or active PE license, with interest in continued professional development.
  • Experience managing construction budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and project coordination.
  • Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Established ties to the Lexington area and ability to work on-site.
  • Degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering, or Construction Management preferred.
  • Stable work history and regional construction experience are valued.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We believe great projects start with great people. You'll enjoy meaningful responsibility, approachable leadership, professional growth opportunities, medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and the chance to build a rewarding long-term career.

If you're ready to take the next step in water and wastewater construction project management, we'd love to hear from you!

JPC-2970

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: EIT certification or PE license, 3+ yrs of project management or project leadership exp in water/wastewater construction

Submission Email: Luke and Cody -

luke@hci96.com

;

cody@hci96.com

Quick Recruiter Reference

The client builds municipal water and wastewater facilities. PM oversees construction budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and project delivery. Target 3+ years of relevant experience, EIT/PE, and established Lexington ties.

Recruiters Submission: To submit, cancel - Project Manager – Water/Wastewater Construction - Herrick Company, Inc. - JPC-2970  - source

New Job Order Alert

  • Client job title: Project Manager – Water/Wastewater Construction
  • Location: Lexington, KY
  • On-site, hybrid, remote: On-site
  • Experience: 3
  • Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Water/Wastewater PM, WWTP Project Manager, Heavy Civil PM, Municipal Infrastructure PM, Construction Project Engineer
  • # of hires needed: 1

Numbers & Facts

LocationLexington, Kentucky
Salary$60,000–$145,000 Per Year

Skills

  • Biddingunmatched
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  • Change Requests/Ordersunmatched
  • Civil Engineeringunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Construction Engineeringunmatched
  • Construction Managementunmatched
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  • Construction Safetyunmatched
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  • Documentationunmatched
  • Engineer in Training (EIT)unmatched
  • Facilities Managementunmatched
  • Health Insuranceunmatched
  • Infrastructure Constructionunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Professional Engineerunmatched
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  • Safety Complianceunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
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  • Vision Planunmatched
  • Water Resource Managementunmatched
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