What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wastewater Treatment Project Manager position at Weston & Sampson Engineers Inc?
Responsibilities
Weston & Sampson is seeking a Project Manager with 7 years of treatment experience in one of our New Hampshire or Massachusetts offices. This position will lead a team of wastewater engineers on the planning, design, and construction administration of infrastructure projects that will include wastewater projects for private, public-sector and federal clients. The Project Manager has a unique opportunity to assist with ongoing or new alternative project delivery methods. Support of ongoing wastewater treatment, large scale desalination, and climate resiliency projects are just a few exciting opportunities awaiting you in our Wastewater Team.
Qualifications
What you’ll do:
- Supervise and lead project teams in the development of engineering reports, studies, and designs, utilizing recognized industry standards and regulatory-compliant approaches
- Supervise and lead project teams in the field evaluation and assessment of existing wastewater facilities and infrastructure, including collection systems, pumping stations, and treatment facilities
- Assess opportunities and define project scope, schedule, and fee, as well as determine work procedures and staffing and subconsultant assignments
- Support the procurement of construction services, including support and evaluation of public bidding, contract execution, and construction administration
- Supervise, train, and mentor engineering and non-technical support staff
- Pursue new work opportunities through established client relationships, market sector awareness, and competitive pursuits, including participation in proposal development and interviews / presentations
- Participate in professional organizations and technical committees
What you will bring:
- BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering
- New Hampshire, Maine, or Massachusetts PE license or ability to obtain within six months
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7 years of relevant experience working with municipal and private clients in engineering or project management roles, including:
- Evaluation, study, and design of municipal wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, and collection/conveyance systems
- A high degree of treatment process and pump sizing/hydraulics knowledge
- Understanding of typical project funding mechanisms, local government budgeting and procurement processes, and federal, state, and local regulations
- Site and stormwater design of development projects
- Familiarity with the permitting process on the federal, state, and local level.
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Demonstrated experience with:
- Managing technical and support staff on multiple concurrent projects
- Working as direct client manager
- Preparation of engineering and construction cost estimates
- Adhering to project budgets, tracking financial performance, and managing invoicing
- Preparing competitive proposals and leading interview teams
- Cost estimating experience
- Have strong communication skills (oral and written) and be able to remain organized with multiple concurrent projects and deadlines
- Adept at interpersonal relationship skills, conflict resolution, team leadership, and presentations and ability to work collaboratively
- Active member of relevant industry associations
- Possessing high ethical standards, committed to producing high quality deliverables, and a commitment to teamwork, respect, and integrity
