Job Title: General Manager Underground Wet Utilities
Location: Phoenix AZ
Salary: $140K$200K annually DOE
Company Overview:
Our Company is a leading underground utility subcontractor specializing in wet utilities. With nearly four decades of experience we have built a reputation for delivering topquality service with reliability and excellence. Serving Metro Phoenix and Maricopa County we focus on providing superior underground utility construction services for commercial general contractors. We are currently looking for a General Manager Underground Wet Utilities to oversee and manage all aspects of our underground utility projects focusing on water sewer and other related systems.
Position Overview:
As the General Manager you will be responsible for the overall operations of the Wet Utilities Division including project management team leadership budget oversight safety compliance and client relations. This role combines strategic planning with handson management ensuring that all projects are executed efficiently safely and within budget. You will lead a team of professionals including project managers field supervisors and equipment operators ensuring seamless communication and successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Management: Oversee the of underground water and sewer projects ensuring that they are completed on time within scope and on budget. This includes planning coordinating and monitoring project progress from start to finish
- Leadership & Supervision: Manage and mentor employees subcontractors and field teams including foremen and equipment operators ensuring a productive and positive work environment
- Profit & Loss Management: Take responsibility for the financial success of projects including budgeting cost management and ensuring that profit margins are met. Review and assess each projects financial performance
- Safety Compliance: Work closely with the Safety Department to ensure that all safety regulations and government standards are followed onsite. Maintain a strong culture of safety with a focus on risk management and preventive measures
- Business Development & Client Relations: Develop and maintain relationships with key clients ensuring their needs are met and projects are delivered to satisfaction. Work with leadership to expand business opportunities and client base
- Project Paperwork & Documentation: Ensure all projectrelated paperwork is completed accurately and submitted on time. This includes preparing estimates reviewing plans and specifications managing project change orders and ensuring all outofscope work is properly documented and billed
- Contract Negotiation: Lead the negotiation of project contracts with clients subcontractors and vendors ensuring favorable terms and conditions that align with the companys goals. This includes negotiating project scope timelines pricing and any changes to agreements while ensuring legal and financial protection for the company
- Staff Development: Foster employee growth by providing training and leadership development opportunities. Promote a teamoriented environment that emphasizes collaboration and high performance
- OnSite Visits: Perform occasional onsite project visits to ensure quality control troubleshoot issues and provide leadership to the field teams
- Collaboration: Work closely with the Senior Estimators Operations Manager and project teams to ensure seamless project effective risk management and successful project delivery
Qualifications:
- 10 years of heavy civil/underground utility project management experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role
- Experience in Maricopa County
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop teams across both office and field operations
- Proven track record of successfully managing underground wet utilities projects including water sewer storm drain and related systems
- Extensive experience with project budgeting estimating and managing profit and loss for largescale utility construction projects
- Indepth knowledge of local codes MAG specifications and safety regulations (OSHA 30 certification preferred)
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fastpaced environment
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to work effectively with clients employees and subcontractors
- Proficient with project management software spreadsheets and other related tools
- Must have a valid drivers license and a clean driving record
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package $140K$200K annually DOE)
- Weekly paychecks and paid time off
- SIMPLE IRA Retirement Plan with employer matching
- Health and dental insurance
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
- A supportive collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Exposure to exciting and challenging projects in the underground utility sector
- Inperson work environment with 810 hour shifts
How to Apply:
If youre a seasoned construction professional with a passion for underground utility projects and a proven leadership track record wed love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications to
Required Experience:
Director