Senior Project Manager
Job in
Gulfport, Harrison County, Mississippi, 39500, USA
Listed on 2026-06-13
Listing for:
Trilon Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-13
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Operations Manager, Water Management -
Management
Program / Project Manager, Operations Manager, Water Management
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Department: Civil/Municipal
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Gulfport, MS
Reporting To: James Buras
Description
Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead project delivery and maintain client relationships across a range of civil infrastructure work. The ideal candidate combines strong technical judgment with the interpersonal skills to serve as a trusted partner to clients and a mentor to project staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead multi-disciplinary projects from concept through closeout, ensuring technical quality, budget control, and schedule adherence throughout.
- Oversee preparation of engineering studies, designs, plans, specifications, and cost estimates in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
- Serve as the primary client contact for assigned projects, provide proactive communication and consistently delivering responsive, high-quality service.
- Maintain strong client relationships by understanding client needs, addressing concerns promptly, and positioning Waggoner as a long-term partner.
- Utilize Waggoner's project management systems-including Deltek-to manage project records, monitor financials, process invoicing, and execute closeout.
- Conduct site visits and support construction-phase services, including review of submittals, RFIs, and resolution of field issues.
- Mentor and develop junior engineers and project staff; provide performance feedback to Discipline Managers.
- Collaborate with Discipline Managers and office leadership to coordinate resources, share expertise, and support proposal development.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related technical field required;
Master's degree preferred - 10-15 years of related experience, including five or more years in project management and five or more years of direct client interaction.
- Five or more years of supervisory or coordination experience; knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations required.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in Mississippi required.
- Must complete Waggoner's PM qualification and certification within one year of employment.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Microstation, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Water
CAD, and other applications - Superior written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to manage client relationships effectively.
We know work isn't only about what you do, it's also about who you work for and with! Waggoner Engineering provides a fun, family-friendly, and multicultural work environment that supports a work life balance, including:
- WEI Incentive Program
- Healthy Workplace Program
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Competitive Health Benefits
- Career Development and Training
- Flexible/Hybrid Schedule
- Community Service Opportunities
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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