Project Manager, IT Project Manager, Systems Engineer

Job Description

The Project Manager position in the water and wastewater system integration industry is a technical role that involves leading and managing technically complex projects and teams that provide designs for electrical equipment and instrumentation with advanced process automation and controls. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing multidiscipline project teams, ensuring effective collaboration across various technical and non-technical stakeholders.

You will serve as the primary point of contact for customers regarding the technical scope and schedule of projects, guiding them through the process from initial requirements gathering and design approval to final implementation. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, excellent project management skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality results that meet client needs.

• Project Planning & Execution.
• Technical Team Leadership.
• Develop initial project financial and scheduling documents.
• Coordinate multi-disciplined schedules for the project teams.
• Update and track project deliverables.
• Monitor and update on project procurement activities or status.
• Monitor, update, and process project documents.
• Process project invoices.
• Administrator Project close-out documents and activities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.:
  • A field of study in Information Technology, Computer Science, Construction Management, Civil or Electrical Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
  • Degrees in Management Information Systems (MIS), Systems Engineering, or other technical fields will be considered.
• 5+ years of experience in project management, with at least 3 years focused on system integration projects.
• Technical Experience
  • Familiarity with system integration concepts, methodologies, and technologies.
  • Understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
  • Experience with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, ).

• Proficiency in creating and managing project schedules, budgets, and resources.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Basic understanding of IT infrastructure, networks, and software systems.
• Ability to understand technical documentation and communicate technical information clearly.
• Proficiency with productivity software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Knowledge of collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Teams, SharePoint).

• A valid California Driver’s License
• Project Management Certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional), CAPM are preferred but not required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Excellent interpersonal skills to establish strong relationships with clients. Ability to understand and address customer needs while managing expectations effectively.

Ability to lead and motivate diverse teams, including engineers, technicians, and other specialists, ensuring effective collaboration and communication.

Ensure that regular, consistent, and effective communication takes place. Ensures that important information is shared with others, on a timely basis as appropriate, in their organizational unit. Proactive in keeping their manager informed, on a regular basis, about progress and problems to avoid surprises.

Approaches problems using a logical or sequential approach, systematically comparing two or more alternatives. Notices discrepancies and inconsistencies in available information. Identifies parameters and considerations needed…