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K2 Ascend

Project Manager Water & Wastewater

K2 Ascend, Cleveland, Ohio, United States

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Job Description

Job Description

Project Manager – Water & Wastewater Treatment

Location:

Cleveland, OH Type:

Full-Time Salary Range:

$100,000 – $125,000 base + benefits Industry:

Heavy Civil / Infrastructure / Utilities

About the Opportunity

A top-tier infrastructure contractor is seeking a Project Manager (PM) with experience in Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant (W/WWTP) projects. This position is ideal for someone with a technical foundation in civil or construction engineering and proven leadership in managing medium-sized infrastructure jobs from preconstruction through close-out.

The PM will lead scheduling, subcontractor management, billing, and financial reporting across project lifecycles. You’ll be the go-to coordinator for field operations, cost controls, and client-facing progress.

This opportunity is ideal for professionals looking to take the next step in their heavy civil construction career, particularly those passionate about environmental infrastructure.

What You’ll Do

● Lead project startup, scheduling, and financial reporting ● Manage submittals, RFIs, and

subcontractor/vendor

coordination ● Oversee cost-to-complete reporting and project forecasting ● Conduct planning and progress meetings with field and executive leadership ● Resolve change orders, disputes, and contract clarifications ● Collaborate with estimating on project buyout and bid pricing ● Maintain project logs (change orders, RFIs, delays, submittals, etc.) ● Mentor Assistant PMs and Project Engineers ● Participate in industry associations or professional groups

What You Bring

● 5–10 years of construction management experience with at least 5 years in W/WWTP ● Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field ● Registered Professional Engineer (preferred) ● Strong cost control, scheduling, and negotiation abilities ● Experience with mechanical, electrical, and integration systems for W/WWTP ● Proficient in MS Office Suite, P6 (Primavera), and Viewpoint ● Proactive, collaborative, and self-motivated leadership style ● Strong written and verbal communication skills

What’s Offered

● Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) ● Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance ● 401(k) with employer match ● Paid Time Off ● Flexible work environment with occasional travel