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Haydon is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona and established in 1991 on a foundation of grit and long-lasting relationships. The company serves a wide scale of markets with its all-in-one construction solutions including: Building (Commercial), Heavy Civil, Preconstruction, Landscape and Building Information Modeling. Haydon’s unique full-service structure for all major scopes of work enables clients to receive detailed expertise during preconstruction, minimized schedule risk during construction and the best overall value on projects. Haydon offers a full suite of premier modern construction solutions. This includes Earthscapes , a full-service landscaping division, Origin , a modeling and design subsidiary, Desert Infrastructure Services , a manhole rehabilitation services subsidiary, and Omni Electric , an electrical and communication infrastructure construction services company. Whether it’s the roads we drive on or the buildings we work, shop, learn, play and receive care in, Haydon is the one contractor that serves the entire spectrum of the construction industry – and it does so with heart. The company employs quality, passionate people, innovative technology, an open mind and a can-do attitude to construct projects that serve our entire community. For more information, please visit haydon.com .

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of water and wastewater construction projects, from pre-construction planning through final completion and closeout. You will oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, resource allocation, subcontractor coordination, change management, and client relations while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, contract, and regulatory requirements. Your leadership will help drive the successful delivery of complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including treatment facilities, pump stations, lift stations, pipelines, and related municipal infrastructure.

If you are a strategic and collaborative construction leader with a passion for delivering complex infrastructure projects safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, we want you on our team!

At Haydon, we don’t just build infrastructure—we build the essential systems that keep communities healthy, resilient, and growing. As a leading water and wastewater contractor, we specialize in delivering complex infrastructure projects with precision, efficiency, and an unwavering commitment to safety and quality.

We are looking for a results-driven Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, and successful completion of water and wastewater construction projects. This role will oversee project performance from pre-construction through closeout, while leading project teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements and company standards.

• Manage the full project lifecycle for water and wastewater construction projects, from pre-construction through final completion and closeout, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
• Develop, maintain, and manage project schedules, including critical path activities, milestones, and recovery strategies to proactively address potential delays.
• Monitor project budgets, cost performance, and forecasts while identifying opportunities for value engineering, cost savings, and improved project efficiency.
• Lead coordination and communication with owners, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, regulatory agencies, and internal project teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Review and interpret contracts, plans, specifications, and project requirements to ensure compliance with scope, quality standards, applicable regulations, and contractual obligations.
• Proactively identify, evaluate, and resolve construction, design, procurement, and coordination challenges to maintain project progress and minimize impacts to cost and schedule.

• Lead, support, and mentor project teams, including Project Engineers, Superintendents, Foremen, and field personnel, to promote accountability, collaboration, and successful project execution.
• Coordinate the effective allocation of labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor resources to meet project requirements, schedule commitments, and budget objectives.
• Collaborate with Estimating and Preconstruction teams to develop competitive bids, review project requirements, and support successful project transitions from estimating through construction.

• Promote and enforce Haydon’s safety culture, policies, and OSHA requirements across all project activities and job sites, working closely with Superintendents and the Safety team to address risks and maintain a safe work environment.
• Establish and maintain project quality expectations, ensuring construction activities comply with contract documents, plans, specifications, applicable industry standards, regulatory requirements, and Haydon’s quality standards.
• Coordinate with project teams, owners, engineers, inspectors, and subcontractors to proactively identify and resolve safety and quality issues throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage and monitor project financial performance, including budgets, cost projections, commitments, change orders, billing, and progress payments to ensure projects remain financially successful.
• Oversee the preparation, review, and timely submission of key project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, change order documentation, pay applications, meeting records, and closeout requirements.
• Maintain strong relationships with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders through clear communication, regular project updates, and proactive issue resolution.
• Provide accurate financial and project status reporting to leadership, identifying potential risks, cost impacts, and schedule concerns before they affect project performance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field; equivalent combination of education and relevant construction experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of project management experience in water and wastewater, heavy civil, utility, municipal, or infrastructure construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction scheduling and project management software, including Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Procore, Viewpoint, or similar platforms, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and multiple priorities while meeting project deadlines and client expectations.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of applicable construction regulations, permitting requirements, environmental compliance, and municipal or agency requirements related to water and wastewater projects.

• Experience managing water and wastewater construction projects, including treatment facilities, pump stations, lift stations, large-diameter pipelines, underground utilities, or municipal infrastructure.
• PMP certification or other recognized construction/project management credentials is preferred.
• Experience using construction management and project controls software such as Bluebeam, Procore, Primavera P6, Viewpoint, HCSS, or similar platforms.
• Experience working with municipal owners, engineers, regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and other stakeholders on complex infrastructure projects is a plus.

• Office working environment with occasional travel to job sites
• Frequent use of telephone, computer, email, and other electronic devices to communicate with internal and external clients, trade partners, or vendors.
• Lift, push or pull objects up to 25 pounds.
• Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of shift/work day.
• Ability to wear required PPE on job sites.
• Job site visits require ability to maneuver around uneven terrain, large equipment, stairs.

• Health Options
• Critical Illness, Hospital, Accident
• Short-Term / Long-Term Disability
• Infertility Treatment Coverage
• Worklife Balance
• Professional Development
• Teamwork / Camaraderie
• Retirement Planning

Haydon Companies is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Except where expressly indicated in the job posting, the company is unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this time