Project and Construction Director

Waterway has an immediate opportunity for a Project and Construction Director. This role will be critical to Waterway achieving its goal for excellence in facility improvement and new construction. The Project and Construction Director will drive the growth and development of Waterways network of locations with responsibility for both new site construction and management of ongoing capital projects and management. Partnering closely with company strategic leadership this role will oversee both new store build and ongoing store upgrade project management stakeholder communication vendor selection and relationships as well as project cost evaluation and multi-year forward planning.

The Project and Construction Director is responsible for managing the execution of construction and capital improvement projects across Waterway. Projects include new builds remodels upgrades and smaller facilities and maintenance projects. The CPD will collaborate with Waterway Senior Management to define projects create budgets and coordinate scheduleswhile actively communicating and engaging all position blends hands-on field supervision with cross Waterway network coordination. Managing large projects more directly while coordinating smaller initiatives through local leadership and facilities teams.

The ideal candidate is an experienced detail-oriented project manager who brings strong construction expertise cost control and proactive communication to every stage of the project. We are not content to find someone only with construction know-how and organizational skills rather an individual who can employ those tactics to support and strengthen Waterways culture and position will focus on 3 primary objectives:

1. PLAN - Working with senior leadership to identify construction and project needs and work with team to develop the design.
2. COMMUNICATE - Facilitating and communicating project plans budgets and schedules.
3. EXECUTE - Working with Waterway leadership as well as in-house specialists and maintenance staff as well as outside contractors designers and contractors to execute the projects as per plan.

This full-time position will be based in-office at our Chesterfield MO Corporate office (727 Goddard Ave. Chesterfield MO 63005) and report to the Vice President Site Development & General Counsel and partner closely with the CEO CFO and COO facilitating quick decision making on project approvals financials zoning and to work sites required as needed estimated at approx. 20% more extensive during project build.

Compensation Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive compensation of $100000 - $120000 plus 10-15% annual bonus depending on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package. Top tier medical plan dental vision long term disability and life insurance.
• Generous paid time off allowance up to 18 days earned in the first year plus paid holidays. Paid childbearing/paternity leave.
• Long-term investment bonus - rewards you for investing in your financial future.
• Phone stipend and mileage reimbursement available.
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Waterway Membership - Free car washes and gasoline discounts!

About Waterway

Waterway Carwash has been combining the Best People with the Best Technology to deliver the Best Car Wash Experience in the industry for over 50 years. Our attention to detail means our customers can be assured that their car receives the best care. We do not settle for anything less and neither do they. Waterways Clean Car Club is recognized as one of the original unlimited wash member programs in the than 1400 team members operate 30 (and growing) Waterway locations across five major metropolitan markets Chicago Cleveland Denver Kansas City and St. Louis. Waterway locations offer a mix of exterior express and full-service car wash services as well as gasoline and retail convenience stores. Learn more about Waterway at

Core responsibilities are but not limited to the following:

• Planning Regular review of Company and Market needs for both major capital improvements and smaller projects. Work with both Corporate and operations senior leadership to create strategies and plans to keep Waterway sites up to date and first rate. Planning includes site layout cross location consistency and best practice planning. Work with VP of Facilities to make short-term and multi-year plans for such improvements. Create timelines and budgets.
• Create buy in and consensus by regular and ongoing communication review and approval of plans with both corporate and operations senior leadership. Create readily available evergreen schedules and work with the accounting team to create and maintain budgets. No surprises!
• Work closely with Waterway resources as well as outside vendors (architects engineers designers contractors) to ensure that the project are completed in a timely budget-conscience manner. Limit location downtime and react quickly and nimbly to construction surprises.
• Safety oversee the onsite safety program and ensures that all established safety protocols and procedures are followed.

Key Deliverables

• Project Ownership & Execution - Lead assigned construction and CAPEX projects from scope confirmation through closeout independently or in coordination with regional and facilities teams. Actively supervise large or complex projects on-site monitoring construction progress safety quality and contractor performance. Manage general contractors subcontractors and vendors ensuring alignment with approved scope schedule and quality standards. Conduct regular site visits and project meetings to identify issues early and keep work on track. Coordinate permitting scheduling and communication with Operations to minimize downtime and disruption.
• CAPEX Pipeline & Tracking - Maintain a master list of active and planned CAPEX projects by store providing visibility to schedule cost and progress. Align project execution with the companys approved 1216 quarter capital plan. Deliver accurate monthly updates on project status cash flow and completion forecasts to leadership and Finance.
• Budget & Cost Management - Estimate and build project budgets based on scope location and historical cost data. Work under the supervision of and closely with the CFO and Finance team to develop refine and align project budgets with corporate financial goals. Solicit evaluate and negotiate bids; award work consistent with approved scopes and budgets. Track project budgets approve invoices and manage change orders within established limits. Clearly communicate cost/time/quality tradeoffs to leadership to inform decision making.
• Design & Plan Coordination - Work under the supervision of and closely with the Chief Development Officer on project design and planning details. Manage the review approval and version control of drawings site layouts and specifications. Coordinate design input and approvals from Construction Facilities Operations Marketing and Safety. Ensure contractors and vendors are always working from current approved plans.
• Vendor Sourcing & Development - Identify qualify and develop relationships with contractors and vendors for use in both major projects and ongoing local needs. Maintain an updated roster of approved partners by region and specialty. Evaluate vendor performance cost competitiveness and responsiveness for continuous improvement. Support Facilities and local leadership in sourcing reliable cost-effective partners for small-scale and recurring work.
• Communication & Stakeholder Collaboration - Provide clear and timely updates to Operations Facilities and Finance on project timing costs and operational impacts. Communicate clear specifications and expectations to front-line or local teams executing smaller projects or maintenance work. When leading directly maintain full ownership of schedule quality and cost outcomes. When coordinating through local teams ensure responsibilities and timelines are clearly defined communicated and tracked.
• Closeout & Documentation - Verify completion of punch-list items inspections and final acceptance. Compile complete closeout documentation including as-builts warranties and permits. Document lessons learned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 7 years experience managing commercial or multi-site construction projects including ground-up and remodel work.
• Demonstrated success supervising large projects and managing contractors directly in the field.
• Experience overseeing multiple concurrent projects and balancing competing priorities.
• Familiarity with permitting and inspection processes across multiple jurisdictions.
• Proficiency in project management and tracking tools (e.g. Smartsheet Procore Excel).
• Sound understanding of mechanical engineering principles
• Willingness to travel regularly to job sites.
• Valid U.S. drivers license with an acceptable driving record
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship

The Ideal Candidate will also have:

• Strong leadership and field supervision abilities; confident managing on-site work during major projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across all levels.
• Highly organized and detail-focused; capable of managing multiple active projects.
• Financially and analytically adept; experienced in estimating budgeting and cost forecasting.
• Hands-on proactive and solutions-oriented in both office and field settings.
• Solid understanding of commercial construction processes permitting scheduling utilities coordination and site development.

Physical Requirements

• Environmental office based with requirement to be able to work onsite.
• Physical must be able to walk sit for extended periods of time carry and move up to 50 lbs.
• Vision and Hearing Far and near visual acuity peripheral vision and depth perception. Hear understand and distinguish speech from other sounds.
• Language must be able to fluently speak and understand English when communicating with other team members managers and customers for business related purposes.
• Attendance maintain regular predictable and punctual attendance. Work as assigned schedule.

Waterway Carwash is an Equal Opportunity / Drug-Free Workplace employer. If you require an accommodation or assistance to complete the application process please contact .