Who We Are Nexus Water Group is a leading regulated water and wastewater utility serving more than 1.3 million people across 20 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces. “Nexus” means connection. Through the essential water and wastewater services we deliver, we have a very personal connection to the people, businesses, and communities we serve. This is why our operations are locally led and managed. Every day, over 1,300 professionals deliver vital, safe, and reliable service through over 670 water systems and 360 wastewater systems. What We Offer Compensation: Yearly Salary $140,000 - $150,000Paid Time Off and Holidays: Starting at 3 weeks annually and paid company holidays Comprehensive Benefits: The first day of the month after your start, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. Other great benefits include company provided life insurance and Employee Assistance Program just to name a few.401(k) Program: Employer contribution. Employer contribution made to the 401(k) plan are vested at 100% and start 30 days after your start. Grow with us: Professionally development opportunities through training, professional certifications, and education allowance   Employee Resource Groups (ERG): ERGs are voluntary employee groups that form based on shared characteristics or backgrounds and are sponsored by the organization.  Overview The Nexus Water Group team has an opportunity for a Senior Project Manager in Charlotte, NC. This position is responsible for implementation and construction of water and wastewater projects , executing work through project teams in accordance with contract documents, safety policies, schedule, and budget.  Work Location and Schedule This position is primarily based in Charlotte, NC with some travel. What You'll Do Develops, improves, and completes the project management process for the business unit. Provides construction expertise to identify cost saving measures and potential construction problems in the planning phase of a project, and to raise and discuss relevant issues at job site meetingsPrepares and manages complete project Tender/RFQ/RFP process including preparing and negotiating revisions/changes/additions to contractual agreements with sub-contractors, clients, and consultants Directs and supervises staff, contractors and engineers whilst maintaining a safe & secure work environment. Oversee and assist Project Managers with developing project portfolio schedules, general condition budgets, and reports such as cost forecasting summaries, and manages all RFI, SI, CCO, CO, CD and CN costs and maintain CO logs Assists senior management with project development, proposal preparation and submission, and budget estimation and preparation, ensuring proper project constructability Prepare and review contracts and negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with architects, engineers, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors. Ensures effective communication between Project Managers, consultants/clients/trades people. Interprets and explain plans and contracts terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or developer. Ensures that as-built drawings are prepared and maintained on an ongoing basis by all trades during construction Review all shop drawings and approvals to ensure timelines are achieved, and maintains and enforces construction standards and quality control Assist Project Managers and consultants in resolving any errors, discrepancies or omissions contained within the consultants design drawings and specificationsEnsures all project-specific permitting and licensing is in place and all requirements of OSHA are in compliance, and manages all independent testing and inspections as required; monitors site safety as neededReviews and approves all project related monthly progress draws and invoicing as neededDevelops and administers improved project program processes Performs other related duties as required What You'll bring Experience 10+ Years in Utility Construction and Contract Management Education Bachelor's Degree in appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience Nice to Have Preferred Training/Certification: PE/PMP, PRINCE, Confined Spaces or equivalent Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Experience with OSHA safety requirements and implementationProven working experience in project managementExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExperience with large scale contract managementSolid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skillsAbility to read and interpret soil and hydro-geological reports and mapsExperience with Oracle Fusion or SAP product suite preferredKnowledge of Earned Value Reporting Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office & Project Work Environment Normal office settingMay require considerable mental focus or sensory effort for an extensive length of time (consistently throughout the day) May spend an extensive amount of time focused on a screen or on a task.Within the region; up to 25% for training, meetings, project management, etc.   About Our Company We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state, or local law. We are an E-Verify participating employer.