SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

Job DetailsJob Location: Gainesville - Gainesville, GA 30501Since 1946, Carroll Daniel Construction has been built on a strong foundation of integrity. We believe in doing the right thing and delivering on the promises we make – no exceptions. Our goal on every project is to earn a highly satisfied customer for life.

We are heavily invested in a forward-thinking work environment, where we apply advancements in construction technologies to old-fashion know how. We never settle for “how it’s always been done,” and embrace new ideas that yield better solutions for our clients. We believe by staying ahead of trends, our clients can be confident their buildings will serve their needs now and well into the future.

When working with Carroll Daniel, you will be treated like family. We train every employee, from hourly staff to company executives, to deliver the “Carroll Daniel Way” – a long standing tradition carried forth by three generations of family leadership. It focuses on providing a superior customer experience – on every project, for every client, every time. When you work with Carroll Daniel you will feel important to us, because you are.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Project Manager – Water/Wastewater serves as a senior leader within Carroll Daniel, responsible for the overall direction, execution, and financial performance of multiple water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This role provides leadership across planning, design, and construction phases, ensuring successful delivery of complex municipal and industrial projects including treatment facilities, pumping systems, and distribution/collection networks.

This position combines technical expertise, project delivery leadership, and client relationship management, serving as a trusted advisor to clients while driving projects to meet or exceed expectations for cost, schedule, quality, and safety. The Senior Project Manager also plays a key role in business development, staff mentorship, and strategic growth of Carroll Daniel’s water/wastewater market.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Leadership & Delivery

Provide overall leadership and management of multiple concurrent water/wastewater projects of varying size and complexity.
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring successful project delivery and long-term relationship development.
Lead projects through all phases including planning, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements and quality standards.
Provide oversight of design integration across civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and process disciplines.
Apply advanced technical knowledge to support decision-making, risk mitigation, and problem resolution.

Water / Wastewater Technical Oversight

Oversee projects involving:

Water and wastewater treatment plants
Pumping stations and storage facilities
Collection and distribution systems
Stormwater and water reuse systems

Guide technical execution including:

Treatment process selection, evaluation, and optimization
Hydraulic calculations and system sizing
Development and review of technical memoranda and design documents
Coordination of interdisciplinary engineering design efforts
Engineering services during construction and commissioning

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (EPA, EPD, local authorities) and industry standards.

Project Financial Responsibilities

Creates and manages projects budget and helps coordinate the development of GMPs or Lump Sum proposals
Knows and understands the requirements of owners contract, including bonds, fees, notifications, schedules, reporting, and costs.
Develops and completes monthly Projected Final Cost Report (CMIC) on time.
Manages the risk on each project which includes ensuring all contracts, insurance, NOC, NTC, Pre-Qualification of Subcontractors is in compliance with CDCC Way.

Preconstruction Services

Collaborates with Preconstruction to prepare, review, and monitor information and reports related to all costs involved in developing the projects budget including General Conditions for the project, contingencies, etc.
Takes ownership of process of the quality of budget estimates/deliverables to client.
Manages the subcontracting process, which includes holding initial scope review meetings, finalizing agreed price, developing subcontract scope of work, and managing the subcontract distribution and final execution process.

Project Start-up and Scheduling

Coordinates and conducts the Project Start-Up meeting to ensure a thorough hand-off from Pre-Construction.
Collaborates with Ops Manager or DM, superintendent, subcontractors, and suppliers to create a complete construction schedule.
Develops a responsibilities matrix at the start of each project and manages the resources needed for the project (e.g., people, tools, equipment, materials, internal and external services).
Reviews the contract documents with all project participants (e.g., customers, employees, subcontractors, suppliers, government regulators, utilities) to ensure work is completed on time and within budget.
Coordinates and delivers all requirements for subcontractors and suppliers to meet project schedules.

Project Administration, Operations and Close-out

Could be responsible for multiple projects reporting into this role.
Responsible for daily project administration and operations. Holds weekly team meetings to create alignment of expectations and understanding of needs.
Prepares and maintains the project schedule, milestone dates, and close-out checklist. Reviews with project staff and assigns responsibilities, execution, and follow-up plans.
Ensures and attends proper periodic jobsite morning, planning, progress, and close out meetings are being conducted with other project staff. Will sometimes require the leading of such meetings along with meeting minutes and follow up.
Compare jobsite progress to schedule, compare actual versus estimated cost on a monthly basis in CMIC, check compliance with plans and specifications, review any problems, and verify the quality of work being performed meets contract specifications and Carroll Daniel guidelines.
Analyze change proposals from subcontractors before submittal to the owner for accuracy, delay impact and scope; coordinate any proposals with Ops Manager or DM as needed.
Manage the project closeout process to help settle all financial obligations, demobilize all resources, and transition the project to the customer.
Helps team manage Safety on the project.
Establishes relationships and communication tools as needed with suppliers and other key people to verify all materials, supplies, tools, equipment, and personnel are obtained and/or delivered when necessary. Ensures that all understand performance standards and expectations.
Ensures that project site and company assets are secure and maintains a safe and respectful working environment at all times by implementing programs for safety and loss prevention, risk management, training, and quality control.

Promote Customer Relations

Builds effective relationships with customers, design team, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customers expectations.
Actively participates in industry, client, and community relations to enhance company image.
Proactively seeks new business opportunities through relationships acquired on each project.

Culture, Leadership and Employee Development

Behaviors are in alignment with our Core Values, Purpose and Vision.
Serves as a role model and promotes professional behavior.
Actively participates in industry, client, and community relations to enhance company image
Takes full ownership of personal career development through on-the-job training, CDCC Way training programs and assists in the development of Project Engineers, APMs, Interns / Co-Ops

Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

REQUIRED CAPABILITIES
Senior Project Manager Specific

Strong leadership and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
Advanced problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
Results-driven with high accountability and ownership
Strong commercial and contractual acumen
Excellent communication and relationship management skills
Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams across engineering and construction
Technical Competencies
Deep understanding of water/wastewater systems, including treatment processes and infrastructure
Experience with both Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build delivery methods
Knowledge of permitting, regulatory compliance, and risk management
Experience with large-scale infrastructure and treatment facility projects

WORKING CONDITIONS

The majority of work completed on job sites is in an office trailer or in an existing structure. Due to daily condition changes on construction projects, when employees are outside of the office trailer or structure, they must wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required by the company's safety policies and as required for weather conditions.
The project team and/or team member may need to move to other geographic locations for projected work, if necessary.

 
Qualifications
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Experience:

10–15+ years of experience in water/wastewater or civil infrastructure projects
5+ years in a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager role
Proven experience managing complex projects across planning, design, and construction phases
Demonstrated success managing project budgets, schedules, and client relationships

​​​​​​​Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
Experience with municipal and industrial water/wastewater clients
Proven business development and client management experience
Active participation in professional organizations

Certifications:

Professional Engineer (PE) preferred
PMP certification a plus

Skills & Tools:

CMIC and project management software
Procore
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Strong presentation and communication skills

The above descriptions cover the principal duties and responsibilities of the job.  The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day. 

Carroll Daniel Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Carroll Daniel Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.