Project Executive - Water / Wastewater Utility Construction

Red Bank, New Jersey Permanent USD200,000 - USD230,000 per year View Job Description
Join a leading infrastructure construction organization overseeing the delivery of complex water and wastewater treatment facility projects. This executive-level role will drive operational excellence, client satisfaction, financial performance, and strategic project execution across a growing portfolio of critical infrastructure programs.
  • Top Civil / Utility Contractor in the North East!
  • Leadership opportunity with a Top Contractor known for quality and culture.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established heavy civil and environmental construction organization specializing in large-scale public infrastructure projects. Due to continued growth and a strong backlog of treatment plant projects, the company is seeking an experienced Project Executive to provide leadership across major design-build and construction initiatives.

Job Description

  • Provide executive oversight for water and wastewater treatment facility projects.
  • Lead project managers, superintendents, engineers, and support teams.
  • Manage project financial performance, forecasting, and budgets.
  • Build and maintain relationships with municipal clients and engineering partners.
  • Oversee project planning, execution, procurement, and risk management.
  • Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and contractual requirements.
  • Support project pursuits, business development, and strategic growth initiatives.
  • Drive resource planning and organizational performance improvements.



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MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Significant experience in water and wastewater treatment plant construction.
  • Proven track record managing large, complex infrastructure projects.
  • Strong leadership experience overseeing multiple project teams.
  • Experience working with municipal or public utility clients.
  • Strategic thinker with strong operational and financial management skills.
  • Ability to lead high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment.



Required Skills and Experience

  • Water treatment plant construction.
  • Wastewater treatment facility construction.
  • Heavy civil construction management.
  • Project portfolio oversight.
  • Contract administration and risk management.
  • Financial forecasting and project controls.
  • Client relationship management.
  • Staff leadership and team development.
  • Construction operations management.



What's on Offer

  • Salary Range: $200k-$230k
  • Bonus
  • Company Vehicle + Gas/Toll Reimbursement
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage.
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k match 4%
  • Annualized Reviews
  • Opportunity to lead highly visible infrastructure programs.
  • Executive leadership role with significant organizational impact.
  • Strong project pipeline and long-term growth opportunities.
  • Collaborative leadership environment.



Interested? Apply today.

Contact
Joseph Fox
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7128125

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Where
Red Bank
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Joseph Fox
Job Reference
JN-102026-7128125
 

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