Senior Project Manager -Potable Water

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Are you highly motivated, hard‑working, and seeking to join a growth‑focused consulting & engineering firm? Are you looking for a company that will invest in your development and grow your professional skills? If so, consider a career with Johnson Engineering, an Apex Company.

Powered by record sales, extraordinary client retention, strategic acquisitions, and an entrepreneurial spirit, Apex Companies is one of the fastest growing engineering and environmental consulting firms in the US. We were recently recognized by the Zweig Group as one of the fastest growing firms in the AEC industry. We take pride in providing our clients with exceptional service and have earned numerous awards for project excellence.

We continue to grow, and we want you to grow with us.

Johnson Engineering, an Apex Company, is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to support, manage and grow our Florida Drinking Water Division. This position can be based out of Fort Myers, Naples, Port Charlotte or Tampa, Florida. We are offering a sign‑on bonus for this role and may offer relocation for the right candidate.

• Supervise and direct individuals or teams of technical staff or Project Managers on multiple complex projects and/or less complex projects.
• Consistently demonstrate leadership skills in project execution, client interactions, and business development.
• Lead construction administration tasks, including:
  • Submittal reviews
  • Preparation of meeting agendas and minutes
  • Review of daily and weekly construction reports
  • Preparation of payment applications, RFIs, and change orders
  • Coordination with field staff and designers
  • Project closeout and tracking construction schedules
  • Construction progress meeting
• Assist in training, mentorship, and technical development of Project Managers and staff through:
  • Holding training seminars
  • Providing technical guidance during project execution
  • Bringing new technical developments in-house
• Consult with technical staff and Project Managers on technical issues and provide QA/QC reviews on projects outside of their direct involvement.
• Recognize potential risks related to nonstandard technical matters or legal disputes and participate in required insurance training to minimize liability.
• Work with minimal direction or supervision, demonstrating success with similar project responsibilities.
• Oversee technical accuracy of projects through:
  • Regular communication with project staff
  • Review of plans, specifications, reports, and calculations
  • Ensuring compliance with firm standards
• Make technical presentations to clients and at public meetings to review and discuss project details.
• Lead projects from development through completion by identifying schedules, scopes, budget estimates, and implementation plans, including QA/QC and risk management.
• Act as a Public Relations Ambassador by proactively presenting and communicating the company's capabilities and strengths.
• Solicit New Clients/Projects by:
  • Identifying and seeking out new project opportunities
  • Setting up meetings and participating in proposal development
  • Cross‑selling additional practice areas
• Prepare proposals, participate in project interviews, attend and contribute to public meetings, develop fee proposals, and present information to potential clients.
• Participate in professional associations and conferences by presenting or authoring technical papers.
• Prepare contracts, subcontracts, and negotiate fees associated with new projects.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or other relevant Engineering discipline
• Professional Engineering License
• Minimum of 10 years of specialized experience in Drinking Water Utilities, Pump Stations, Water Quality, and Treatment
• Previous project management experience
• Strong experience working with local clients and regulatory agencies
• Ability to work both in the field and in office settings
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, and Outlook
• Valid Florida driver’s license and clean driving record as driving is an essential part of the position

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