Salary: $101,254.00 - $181,314.00 Annually
Location : Steve M. Clouse Water Recycling Center: 3495 Valley Rd., San Antonio, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number:Department: TREATMENT OPS
Opening Date: 11/06/2026
Closing Date: 11/22/2026 11:59 PM Central
Grade 23 - Starting salary: $101,254.00. Rate of pay depends on experience. Job Description JOB SUMMARYThe Manager - Construction is responsible for ensuring that upgrades, rehabilitation, and new construction at the water recycling centers are constructed without disrupting plant operations and without impacting regulatory compliance. The position facilitates communication and decision making between the Treatment Operations & Maintenance department and the Engineering & Construction department, interfacing with multiple stakeholders to achieve project success. The Manager - Construction will report to the Vice President - Treatment Operations along with two (2) Process Managers, the Senior Director - Treatment Operations and the Supervisor - Operations Support.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Manage and review Change Orders to ensure that they comply with the General Conditions and State Regulatory requirements. Ensure that applicable backup support is validated and correct. Verify that no Change Orders are executed after Final Field Acceptance is granted. Validate if days are warranted on any Change Orders.
- Approve Change Orders that are within the Board approval threshold.
- Manage construction schedules by assisting staff to verify that monthly schedules are accurate and complete.
- Oversee the requisition of a proper recover schedule if required.
- Assist with pre-construction meeting and ensure that all staff attend.
- Oversee the contractual performance time of the contractor and issue proper notice of potential Liquidated Damages.
- Manages and approves project closeouts.
- Provides feedback on contractors compliance and performance
- Coordinates with Contract Administration as necessary on change orders and performance issues with a contractor.
- Lead person on Article X hearings.
- Maintains professional relationships with customers, design team, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support the Company's core values and customer service.
- Maintains project schedule through the management of submittal approvals, RFIs, coordinating the timely delivery of materials, and maintaining schedules and budgets.
- Supervises, selects, develops, trains, and evaluates division personnel.
- Prepares and delivers written and verbal presentations to SAWS staff and management and the public.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
DECISION MAKING- Reports to the Department Senior Director or designated person in charge and works under limited supervision.
- Directs/supervises the work of 5 - 20 employees.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS- Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Construction Management, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.
- Six years of construction management in water, wastewater, and/or reuse water utilities experience including three years of experience in supervising personnel.
- Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Master's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business or Public Administration or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.
- Certified Public Manager Certification.
JOB DIMENSIONS- Regular contact with internal and external customers, consultants, governmental agencies, and contractors.
- Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Proficient in word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, project management and scheduling software.
- Knowledge of business functional processes including negotiating contracts and writing RFPs/RFIs.
- Knowledge of general contracting processes.
- Knowledge of change order process/management negotiations.
- Knowledge of evaluating/reviewing schedules.
- Ability to evaluate cost proposals/material cost as it relates to change orders.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to analyze project requisitions and commitments.
- Ability to analyze risk and prepare risk assessments.
- Ability to develop and implement procedures for construction management and administration in compliance with company policy.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers.
- Ability to interpret and properly apply all applicable regulations.
- Ability to work hours other than normal working hours.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONSWorking conditions are primarily in an office environment and performs occasional to regular field visits with exposure to traffic, construction, rugged terrain, and hazardous environmental conditions. Operates a company vehicle on an occasional to frequent basis.
San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.
From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:
- Competitive, market-based salaries
- Performance-based incentives
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Prescription drug program
- Vision care plan
- Two retirement plans
- Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
- Disability income
- Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
- Education assistance program
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
- Wellness programs
- On-Site Fitness Facilities
- Community service opportunities
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher level of education in Business Management, Construction Management, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency?
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*If you attended college, indicate college hours completed, degree type, and major.
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How many years of construction management in water, wastewater, and/or reuse water utilities experience do you have?
- Less than 6 years of experience
- Between 6 but less than 10 years of experience
- Between 10 but less than 15 years of experience
- 15 years or more of experience
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How many years of experience do you have in supervising personnel?
- Less than 3 years of experience
- Between 3 but less than 5 years of experience
- More than 5 years of experience
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Briefly describe your previous supervisory experience to include the total number of employees under your direct supervision. If none, enter N/A.
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Describe your experience with the operation and maintenance and / or design and construction of water and wastewater treatment facilities, including the facility size. If no experience, enter N/A.
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Describe your experience in ensuring regulatory compliance at wastewater facilities, specifically related to TPDES permits. If no experience, enter N/A.
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Please select the license(s) you currently possess.
- TCEQ Wastewater Operator A
- TCEQ Wastewater Operator B
- TCEQ Wastewater Operator C
- Professional Engineer (Texas Licensed)
- I do not have any of the licenses listed above
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Please list all water and/or wastewater licenses you possess. If none, please indicate N/A.
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*Do you have a valid Texas driver's license? If so, what type of driver's license do you have?
- Class C
- Class CDL - B
- Class CDL - A
- I do not have a valid driver's license.
- I have a valid driver's license from another state.
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