Construction Manager - Water Facilities

Overview

Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and program management firm based in California. We are seeking a Construction Manager to join our Water sector to manage a $180 million water treatment plant upgrade project. The Construction Manager will act as the owner’s representative providing expert advice to the client as needed and oversee specific construction management functions including safety, risk, quality assurance, as built drawings and asset management. The position will also manage a SCADA and electrical inspection subcontractor as well as a plant shut down and start up specialist. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in construction management of potable water treatment facilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the owner’s team in managing construction activities for the potable water treatment plant upgrade, ensuring work follows project plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Review submittals, RFIs, and change requests; maintain organized project records including logs, reports, and as‑built documentation.
• Assist with day‑to‑day field coordination across civil, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation/control disciplines, escalating issues to senior staff when needed.
• Assist with cost tracking, pay application reviews, and quantity verification to support accurate forecasting and budget management.
• Track construction progress against the schedule, identify potential delays, and communicate impacts to the project team.
• Coordinate with plant operations staff and specialty subcontractors to plan and support shutdowns, tie‑ins, testing, and startup activities.
• Conduct field inspections, document deficiencies, and verify corrective actions in accordance with the project’s quality management plan.
• Participate in project meetings, prepare meeting notes, and follow up on action items with contractors, engineers, and client staff.
• Ensure construction activities comply with potable water treatment standards, environmental requirements, and facility safety protocols.
• Collaborate with SCADA and electrical inspection subcontractors to track progress, review findings, and ensure documentation is complete and accurate.
• Maintain strong communication with the client, design team, regulatory agencies, and plant operations to ensure alignment and timely decision‑making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management required; Civil Engineering preferred
• 1 year of professional engineering experience
• 1 year of experience managing construction projects from RFI/submittal reviews and change orders to commissioning and closeout
• Experience with safety and risk management on construction projects
• Knowledge of current potable water treatment processes, systems, and regulations
• Experience managing construction and inspection of potable water facilities including treatment and distribution systems
• Experience interpreting specifications, preparing cost estimates and schedules for potable water infrastructure
• Experience in developing and implementing quality management plans\
• Experience with Bluebeam Revu and automated scheduling software
• Proficiency using the Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project
• Ability to manage projects and collaborate with diverse teams of client and subconsultant technical and non-technical staff 

Pay Range: $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Work Location: Onsite 5 days per week in Los Gatos, CA

Visa Sponsorship: Legal authorization to work in the U.S.A. on a full-time basis without sponsorship

Physical Requirements: Ability to pass a pre-authorized physical including a drug-screening and background check

Our Company

Cordoba Corporation, Making a Difference

Cordoba Corporation is a nationally recognized civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Collaborating closely with our clients, we have successfully delivered complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.

National Recognition - Cordoba’s efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a “top 100 construction management firm” and a “top 50 program management firm.” Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a “top 100 design firm” in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.

Statewide Presence - With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.

Enhancing Employee Well-Being

Benefits and Perks: We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire.  Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off.  We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. Employees are also eligible for our employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.

Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees, both within and beyond the workplace.

For inquiries or accommodations, please contact our HR Department at: (213) 895-0224.

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