Project Manager – Industrial Wastewater, Design Build Construction

The Foth Companies

. Collaborate with project directors to respond to RFPs .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $110,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource management, with a strong focus on delivering complex construction projects. Proficient in estimating, cost control systems, and managing subcontractor performance while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project Management Professional Certification (PMP)10+ Years of Experience in Construction ManagementBudgeting and Resource ManagementEstimating and Cost Control SystemsComplex Project Delivery ($5 Million - $50 Million)

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Hard Skills

EstimatingCost Control SystemsBudgetingSchedulingResource ManagementConstruction MethodsProject Management TechnologyChange Order ManagementScope DevelopmentContract Award Recommendations

Soft Skills

CollaborationMentoringProblem SolvingCommunicationLeadership

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional Certification (PMP)AACE Estimating Certification

Industry Keywords

Construction ManagementDesign-Build Project DeliveryRFP ResponseClient PresentationsSubcontractor Performance ManagementPermitting ComplianceSite MeetingsCash Flow ManagementBid Package DevelopmentProcurement Coordination

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with project directors to respond to RFPs
Prepare conceptual estimates, schedules, and proposal documents
Participate in client presentations
Engage in design reviews and provide constructability insights
Monitor design progress and manage scope and cost adjustments
Develop and manage detailed estimates, cost codes, and cost control systems
Develop scopes of work for bid packages
Support solicitation and evaluation of competitive bids
Assess and qualify subcontractors and recommend contract awards
Assist with major purchase orders and procurement coordination
Establish project organization, staffing plans, and schedules
Direct project schedules and lead site meetings
Update timelines and ensure compliance with permitting and inspection authorities
Drive cash flow through invoicing and collections
Manage change orders and subcontractor and vendor payments
Monitor progress, safety, and quality standards
Address subcontractor performance issues and implement corrective actions
Mentor construction personnel and support performance management
Lead project close-out and warranty work
Travel as needed to support engineer-led design-build project delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
10+ years of experience in construction, design, or project management
Proven track record delivering complex projects valued between $5 million and $50 million or more
Experience with budgeting, scheduling, and resource management
Prior experience with estimating, construction methods, and project management technology
Ability to travel as needed
Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) preferred
Masters Degree in Construction Management preferred
AACE estimating certification preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Earned Performance Incentive program eligibility
Discretionary bonuses, including On-the-Spot recognition awards
Quarterly and/or annual incentive opportunities, where applicable
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Employee assistance program
Disability coverage
Retirement benefits
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Voluntary benefit options
Flexible work environment
Professional growth opportunities
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