Project Manager in Knoxville

Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Title: Project Manager

Pay Information: $75,000-$100,000 Yearly

Hours/Duration of Job: Full Time

Start Date: 10/5/2026

Location: Knoxville TN

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Project Management and Execution

• Manage water and wastewater construction and rehabilitation projects from startup through completion.
• Assist in estimating projects for bids, quotes, and change orders.
• Review project plans, specifications, contracts, and bid documents.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and project logistics.
• Work closely with field superintendents to monitor production, resolve issues, and ensure efficient project execution.
• Conduct regular jobsite visits and project meetings.
• Create Redline drawings

Water and Wastewater Construction

Oversee projects involving:

• Sanitary sewer and water main installation, rehabilitation, and replacement.
• Wastewater collection and water distribution systems.
• Pump station construction, rehabilitation, and equipment replacement.
• Force mains, gravity sewer systems, manholes, and related infrastructure.
• Bypass pumping, dewatering, excavation, and trenchless rehabilitation.
• Coordination of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation subcontractors.

Financial and Contract Management

• Monitor project budgets, job costs, schedules, and profitability.
• Prepare and review pay applications, progress billings, and project cost reports.
• Identify, document, negotiate, and manage change orders.
• Review subcontractor proposals, invoices, and payment requests.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including correspondence, RFIs, submittals, and closeout documents.

Communication, Leadership, and Safety

• Serve as the primary point of contact for project owners, engineers, inspectors, and subcontractors.
• Maintain effective communication between company management and field personnel.
• Provide direction and support to field superintendents.
• Resolve project conflicts and unforeseen construction conditions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations, contract requirements, and quality standards.
• Coordinate testing, inspections, startup, and final project acceptance.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of construction project management experience, preferably in water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Strong working knowledge of underground utility construction, rehabilitation, and replacement.
• Experience managing construction budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and field personnel.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Understanding of construction methods, equipment, production rates, and job costing.
• Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and construction management software.
• Valid driver's license and dependable 1⁄2-ton or larger pickup truck suitable for jobsite travel (paid truck allowance provided).

Please submit resume for immediate Consideration