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Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc.

Project Manager WWTP (Water / Wastewater Treatment Plant Construction) - Tallah

Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc., Tallahassee, Florida, us, 32318

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Project Manager — WWTP (Water / Wastewater Treatment Plant Construction) - Tallahassee At

Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc. , we don’t just build infrastructure — we build life-changing infrastructure. As a privately owned, employee-owned civil contracting firm, we perform work across public and private markets, specializing in water and wastewater treatment plants, site development, underground utilities, and roadway construction throughout the Southeast.

We’re seeking an experienced

Project Manager – Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant

to join our Tallahassee team. This role is ideal for a driven, detail-focused leader who thrives on ownership, accountability, and delivering complex treatment plant projects. At Petticoat-Schmitt, Project Managers run their projects like a business — with full financial transparency, responsibility, and support.

You’ll oversee water and wastewater treatment plant construction projects from planning through closeout, leading high-performing teams and delivering infrastructure that directly serves communities across Florida.

If you value autonomy, accountability, and building projects that matter — this role offers a clear path to long-term impact and growth.

What You’ll Do

Lead all phases of water and wastewater treatment plant project delivery, from planning and execution through closeout

Maintain full ownership of project scope, schedules, forecasting, and overall performance

Prepare, manage, and track project documentation including submittals, RFIs, change management, and billing

Coach, motivate, and develop superintendents, foremen, engineers, and field teams

Foster a culture of accountability, communication, and teamwork

Coordinate closely with field leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and productive operations

Financial & Risk Management

Manage project financials with full profit-and-loss responsibility

Forecast profitability and ensure projects meet or exceed budget expectations

Identify risks early, implement corrective actions, and proactively solve issues

Client & Partner Engagement

Represent Petticoat-Schmitt with integrity and professionalism

Build strong working relationships with owners, inspectors, engineers, vendors, and subcontractors

Protect company interests through clear communication and proactive problem-solving

What We’re Looking For Experience & Qualifications

4+ years of project management experience in civil construction, preferably with water or wastewater treatment plants

Strong background managing self-performed work, including structural concrete, process piping, and mechanical scopes

Proven experience with profit-and-loss accountability and financial forecasting

Proficiency with Primavera P6, Bluebeam, HCSS, Procore/Prolog, or similar project management platforms

Skills & Attributes

Strong leadership, communication, and critical-thinking skills

Ability to coach and develop teams while supporting field execution

High sense of urgency with exceptional attention to detail

Organized, accountable, and confident decision-maker

Professional, proactive communicator who protects the company’s interests

How You’ll Measure Success

Projects delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget

Accurate forecasting and achievement of profitability targets

Timely, accurate submittals, documentation, and billing

Strong client satisfaction and repeat work

Demonstrated leadership, team development, and operational excellence

You’ll Love It Here If You Live Our A.C.T. Values Accountability

– Safety first, clear expectations, ownership of outcomes Character

– Integrity, respect, trustworthiness, humility — no jerks allowed Team

– Shared goals, servant leadership, developing others, determination to win

Why Petticoat-Schmitt? Compensation & Incentives

Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives

Project Savings Incentive — earn additional bonuses when projects outperform budgets

Annual Company Profit Sharing — company-wide incentives once annual goals are achieved

Monthly Safety Bonus — earned when the company is recordable-incident free

Unlimited Paid Time Off (for salaried positions)

6 Paid Holidays

Comprehensive Health Coverage Options, including a 100% company-paid High Deductible Health Plan (employee-only coverage)

Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and Accident Coverage

Up to $50,000 employer-paid life insurance

401(k) with 100% match on the first 4%

Company vehicle and fuel card (for business use)

Training, development, and leadership advancement opportunities

Location

Office:

Tallahassee, FL (~80% of workweek)

Projects:

Throughout North and Central Florida (1–2 jobsite visits per week recommended)

Staffing Agency Disclaimer Petticoat-Schmitt will not accept unsolicited résumés from any sources other than directly from a candidate. Any agency or third-party résumé submissions will be considered unsolicited and the property of Petticoat-Schmitt. Petticoat-Schmitt will not pay any placement or referral fees for such submissions.

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, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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