Senior Construction Manager / Municipal Construction Services Leader

Job Description

Job Description

Help us build the future—and lead the growth of our municipal construction services practice.

Our global network is made up of architects, designers, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists all working toward the same goal: delivering sustainable outcomes for communities. Join a collaborative, technically strong organization where you will be empowered to build teams, grow client relationships, and deliver impactful municipal infrastructure.

Who are we looking for?

Our Construction Management Group is expanding in response to increasing demand from municipal clients. We are seeking a Senior Construction Manager / Municipal Construction Services Leader to join our team and help grow and lead our municipal construction management practice, working closely with our established and respected water, wastewater, transportation, and civil design engineers.

This role is ideal for a proven construction services leader with deep municipal experience who thrives at the intersection of project delivery, people leadership, and business development.

In the problem-solving business, leadership and relationships matter.

Our vision is to ensure energy, water, and urbanization are made sustainable for generations to come. In this role, you will help shape how construction services support that vision—by building trusted municipal partnerships, developing high-performing teams, and integrating construction-phase insight into planning and design from day one.

Our Hybrid Work Model: Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

Working with an energetic and high-performing team, this position will involve:

Construction & Project Leadership

Providing senior-level project and construction management for municipal water, wastewater, utility, transportation, and civil infrastructure projects, including pipelines, pump stations, reservoirs, treatment facilities, roadway and utility improvements.
Overseeing construction services delivered under Design-Bid-Build, CMAR/CM@R, Design-Build, and JOC delivery methods.
Serving as a trusted advisor to municipal clients throughout planning, design, procurement, construction, startup, and closeout phases.
Reviewing design documents for constructability, phasing, risk, schedule, and cost impacts in coordination with design engineers.
Managing contractor performance, change management, claims mitigation, and dispute resolution on behalf of the client.

Client Services & Business Development

Acting as a Client Service Manager for key municipal agencies, maintaining long-term relationships with public works, water, wastewater, and utility departments.
Identifying, shaping, and securing new construction management and program management opportunities with existing and new municipal clients.
Leading or supporting proposal development, interviews, and procurement strategies, including delivery method selection and CM procurement support.
Partnering with internal design teams to deliver integrated, full-lifecycle solutions to municipal clients.

People & Practice Leadership

Building, mentoring, and leading construction management teams, including Construction Managers, Resident Engineers, and Inspectors.
Developing staffing plans, succession strategies, and training programs to support sustained growth.
Championing a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and collaboration across project teams.
Supporting financial performance of the construction services practice, including revenue growth, utilization, and margin management.

Operational & Financial Management

Managing the financial performance of consulting services contracts, including fee development, invoicing, forecasting, and change management.
Establishing consistent construction management processes, tools, and best practices aligned with firm standards.
Leveraging document control and construction management systems (e.g., Procore or equivalent).

Education:

Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
15+ years of construction management experience delivering municipal infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on water and wastewater facilities and pipelines.
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred; CCM certification a plus.
Demonstrated success in business development, client service management, and revenue growth within the municipal sector.
Proven ability to build, lead, and mentor multidisciplinary construction services teams.
Strong understanding of public-sector procurement, contracting, permitting, and regulatory requirements.

Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.

We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.

See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

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About Us

Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with GHD supporting you every step of the way.

We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.

See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

Our Pledge to You

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

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Who We Are

GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.

The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.