Sr Project Manager... at Cogent Talent Solutions — Knoxville

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Sr Project Manager - Water Utilities

Cogent Talent SolutionsStaffing & company

Knoxville, United StatesSenior

Operations & Strategy

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About the role

TL;DR

Lead complex water and wastewater treatment facility construction projects.

•We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the construction of complex water and wastewater treatment facilities.
•Key Responsibilities Lead and manage all phases of water/wastewater plant construction projects, from planning to closeout.
•Oversee project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure successful delivery.
•Coordinate with clients, engineers, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies.
•Ensure strict adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards.
•Negotiate contracts, change orders, and manage risk throughout the project lifecycle.
•Provide mentorship, leadership, and guidance to project teams.
•Drive stakeholder communication, reporting, and client satisfaction.
•Requirements 10+ years of experience managing water and/or wastewater plant construction projects.
•Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
•Strong knowledge of water/wastewater process systems, civil/structural works, and mechanical/electrical installations.
•Proven ability to manage projects exceeding $15M in value.
•Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
•Experience with alternative delivery methods (CMAR, Design-Build, etc.).
•Proficiency with project management tools (Primavera P6, MS Project, Procore, etc.).
•PMP or PE license preferred but not required.

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Required skills

Project ManagementNegotiation

Nice-to-have skills

Project Management

Benefits & perks

Competitive base salary, Performance-based incentives, Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits, Career advancement opportunities

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