Senior Project Manager

Kforce's client is looking for a Senior Project Manager for a 9+ month assignment. This position is based in Downtown Phoenix, and may require travel in the Valley (expense reimbursement available). This is a fully on-site position and requires availability for in-person interviews and timely project startup following selection.

Summary:

This role is responsible for managing capital improvement and infrastructure projects related to municipal water and wastewater systems. The position involves hands-on oversight throughout the full project lifecycle, including planning, design, procurement, and construction.

Responsibilities include:

* Managing replacement and rehabilitation projects at water and wastewater facilities and within public rights-of-way

* Actively participating in project planning, design development, and construction management

* Developing project scopes, cost estimates, and supporting long-range capital planning efforts

* Procuring and administering professional services and construction contracts

* Performing technical reviews of engineering plans, specifications, and construction documents

* Coordinating design and construction activities with internal operations staff, customers, and other public agencies or departments

* Overseeing projects that may include large-diameter water pipelines, pump stations, storage tanks, reservoirs, pressure-reducing valve stations, wells, sewer mains, manholes, lift stations, and related infrastructure

* Integrating final construction documentation into asset management and work management systems
* Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline

* Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Arizona is preferred

* 3+ years of experience in civil engineering, architecture, or a related technical field

* 3+ years of experience in water or wastewater engineering design, plan review, inspection, construction, or project management

2+ years of experience managing consultants and contractors on capital improvement or large-scale infrastructure projects, including:

* Development of scopes of work

* Review of proposals and payment applications

* Permitting coordination

* Review of design and construction drawings

* Demonstrate strong technical and project management experience in water and wastewater infrastructure.

* Knowledge of engineering principles applicable to municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects

* Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and practices used in municipal infrastructure projects