Job Title: Project Manager - Wet Utilities
Location: Orange, LA & Riverside County
Employment: Full-Time | Onsite
Salary: Open for right fit , DOE
Experience: Minimum 7+ years or above
Important Note – Please Read Before Applying
Local candidates preferred
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship
Must have relevant U.S. heavy civil construction estimating experience
Must have estimating experience in Heavy Civil Structures underground wet utilities, sewer, storm drainage, pump stations, WWTP projects, Concrete, structure , grading, paving
Position Summary
We are actively looking for an experienced Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager or Project Manager and Senior Project Manager specializing in Underground Wet Utilities.
This is a full-time, on-site role with leading heavy civil general contractor clients focused on storm drainage, pump stations, sewer, wastewater systems, pipelines, and WWTP projects. In this role, you’ll be overseeing underground wet utilities projects from start to finish — managing budgets, schedules, estimating costs, and coordinating with teams to ensure timely project delivery.
What We’re Looking For:
Manage underground wet utility projects from start to finish
Oversee budgets, schedules, cost tracking, and forecasting
Coordinate field operations with superintendents, subcontractors, and vendors
Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and progress billing
Support estimating, procurement, and project planning
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and contract requirements
Maintain control of scope, schedule, and budget across multiple work fronts
Requirements
3–10+ years of experience in underground wet utilities construction
Direct experience with pipeline, water, sewer, storm drainage, and pump stations
Strong understanding of heavy civil construction means and methods
Proven field and project management experience
Proficient with construction and project management software
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlines
Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred
Ideal Candidate
Understands underground wet utilities inside and out
Comfortable leading in the field and making real-time decisions
Organized, direct, and accountable for results
Takes ownership of projects instead of waiting for direction
Why This Role
You will not be managing generic construction work.
You will be delivering the systems that make roads safer, traffic smarter, and cities more connected.
If you have heavy-civil experience and want responsibility, not micromanagement, this role is built for you.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can submit their updated resumes via email at info@rizenetwork.net or click here to apply directly through our website.
Preferred Call Hours: Monday–Friday | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Pacific Time) Please include your preferred time for a call when submitting your resume.
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