Water/Wastewater Project Manager - Springfield, MO
Our client is on the lookout for an experienced Water/Wastewater Project Manager to join their growing team in Springfield, MO. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a leadership role, managing a variety of water and wastewater projects while contributing to business development and mentoring staff.
Responsibilities:
Serve as a Project Manager for multiple concurrent water and wastewater projects of varying sizes and complexities, including master planning, treatment, distribution, collection systems, storage, and pumping facilities.
Apply technical expertise and project delivery knowledge to advise clients throughout the project life cycle and meet or exceed budget, schedule, and quality goals.
Plan, schedule, and execute engineering work on water, wastewater, stormwater, and reuse projects, with full responsibility for design decisions and quality standards.
Oversee project tasks such as preliminary and detailed design, cost estimating, bidding, engineering services during construction, and project commissioning.
Conduct hydraulic calculations, treatment process evaluations, technical memoranda, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC).
Supervise and coordinate the work of staff engineers, drafters, technicians, and sub-consultants to ensure successful project execution.
Actively participate in recruiting and hiring efforts for the team.
Lead business development initiatives, including identifying new clients, preparing proposals, and participating in client interviews and negotiations.
Maintain and foster strong client relationships through effective communication and project delivery.
Travel occasionally as required for project needs.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
Professional Engineer (PE) license in Missouri (or ability to obtain through reciprocity within 6 months of employment).
15+ years of experience in water and wastewater project management, with expertise in treatment processes, hydraulics, and infrastructure design.
Proven ability to manage projects from planning through construction, with responsibility for budgets, schedules, and quality.
Experience in master planning, conveyance, and treatment plant design.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage clients and project teams.
Experience in business development, proposals, and client interviews.
Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and a strong team player.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or Business Administration.
Active participation in professional associations, including presenting technical papers and serving on technical committees.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to make a significant impact in the water/wastewater sector. If you're interested in learning more, reach out today!
