Water Resources Project Manager

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In this role, the successful candidate will lead water resources and stormwater engineering projects related to federal, state and municipal clients. The candidate will serve in a client‑focused role, managing projects and mentoring junior staff. The candidate will work collaboratively with other members of management staff and will be responsible for coordination and completion of various project elements. The candidate will be responsible for executing project work, producing high‑quality deliverables, maintaining project schedules, coordinating with clients and mentoring junior staff.

• Experience leading a team of designers in developing PS&E packages for simple and complex roadway and bridge projects, utilizing state DOT and AASHTO design standards.
• Project Management experience required, with experience in managing and growing a design team preferred.
• Experience in developing and managing state DOT projects.
• Experience with Micro Station and GeoPAK design software preferred.
• Proposal preparation including scope, schedule and fee. Contract management and billing.
• Strong design knowledge in transportation required.
• Professional Engineering License for designated state required.
• Prepare written technical proposals, assemble teams to meet client criteria, and develop professional relationships.
• Demonstrated leadership with broad knowledge of transportation and processes required to develop design packages utilizing state design standards.
• Manage a team of designers, CADD technicians and project engineers.
• Required to train and develop staff.
• Responsible for project delivery of complete transportation design packages including coordination/oversight of multiple design disciplines.
• Duties include oversight of preparation of plans, technical specifications, quantity takeoffs and construction estimates in accordance with state design manuals and standard drawings.

• Manage all aspects of the project(s), including technical staff, subcontractors and suppliers, to ensure timely and successful project completion.
• Develop and communicate the Project Management Plan for the project, outlining project objectives, scope, schedule, budget, quality standards, and safety protocols.
• Effectively manage the project scope, ensuring alignment with client expectations and project requirements.
• Maintain project schedules, proactively identifying and addressing potential delays or conflicts to minimize impact on project timelines.
• Monitor project budgets and expenditures, implementing cost‑control measures as needed to keep…