Appleton Finn
Base pay range
$110,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr
| Head of Southeast Division | Specializing in Heavy Civil, General Building, and Water & Wastewater Construction at Appleton Finn (754) 285-4434 This range is provided by Appleton Finn. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Company Overview A well-established water and wastewater treatment contractor operating across Kentucky and Tennessee is seeking an experienced
Project Manager
to help lead its growing portfolio of municipal treatment plant and heavy civil infrastructure projects.
This organization delivers technically complex W/WW treatment facilities, pump stations, and process-heavy civil works ranging from
$5M to $150M+ . The company is financially strong, 100% ESOP, and known for its integrity, strong client relationships, and highly technical project teams.
Position Overview The
Project Manager
will oversee all aspects of water and wastewater treatment projects in the Nashville region. This includes project planning, scheduling, cost control, subcontractor management, procurement, and leading teams from award through closeout.
You’ll work closely with senior leadership, engineering partners, field teams, and owners to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high technical standard. This is a key role in a growing operation with long-term advancement potential.
Key Responsibilities
Lead full lifecycle management of W/WW treatment plant and heavy civil projects
Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and work plans
Oversee subcontractors, procurement, cost tracking, and project documentation
Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and progress reporting
Ensure safe, high-quality execution in collaboration with field leadership
Serve as primary point of contact for owners, engineers, and partners
Coordinate closely with Superintendents and field crews to align project execution
Support project forecasting, staffing needs, and resource planning
Build and maintain strong relationships with municipal clients and subcontractors
Qualifications
5–10+ years of experience with a GC on water, wastewater, or process-mechanical civil projects
Strong understanding of treatment processes, mechanical systems, pumps, piping, concrete, and civil/site scopes
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Bachelor’s in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
Work on high-profile W/WW treatment projects in the fast-growing Middle Tennessee market
Strong financial stability + long-term backlog
Clear advancement path within a growing regional operation
Competitive pay, strong bonus program, and ESOP ownership
Chance to make a major impact on critical infrastructure delivery
Compensation
Salary DOE — competitive for Nashville
Performance-based bonus
Full ESOP participation (100% employee-owned)
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Project Management
Construction
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| Head of Southeast Division | Specializing in Heavy Civil, General Building, and Water & Wastewater Construction at Appleton Finn (754) 285-4434 This range is provided by Appleton Finn. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Company Overview A well-established water and wastewater treatment contractor operating across Kentucky and Tennessee is seeking an experienced
Project Manager
to help lead its growing portfolio of municipal treatment plant and heavy civil infrastructure projects.
This organization delivers technically complex W/WW treatment facilities, pump stations, and process-heavy civil works ranging from
$5M to $150M+ . The company is financially strong, 100% ESOP, and known for its integrity, strong client relationships, and highly technical project teams.
Position Overview The
Project Manager
will oversee all aspects of water and wastewater treatment projects in the Nashville region. This includes project planning, scheduling, cost control, subcontractor management, procurement, and leading teams from award through closeout.
You’ll work closely with senior leadership, engineering partners, field teams, and owners to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high technical standard. This is a key role in a growing operation with long-term advancement potential.
Key Responsibilities
Lead full lifecycle management of W/WW treatment plant and heavy civil projects
Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and work plans
Oversee subcontractors, procurement, cost tracking, and project documentation
Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and progress reporting
Ensure safe, high-quality execution in collaboration with field leadership
Serve as primary point of contact for owners, engineers, and partners
Coordinate closely with Superintendents and field crews to align project execution
Support project forecasting, staffing needs, and resource planning
Build and maintain strong relationships with municipal clients and subcontractors
Qualifications
5–10+ years of experience with a GC on water, wastewater, or process-mechanical civil projects
Strong understanding of treatment processes, mechanical systems, pumps, piping, concrete, and civil/site scopes
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Bachelor’s in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
Work on high-profile W/WW treatment projects in the fast-growing Middle Tennessee market
Strong financial stability + long-term backlog
Clear advancement path within a growing regional operation
Competitive pay, strong bonus program, and ESOP ownership
Chance to make a major impact on critical infrastructure delivery
Compensation
Salary DOE — competitive for Nashville
Performance-based bonus
Full ESOP participation (100% employee-owned)
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Project Management
Construction
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