AIC - Project Manager (Pre-Contracts)

Aquatech; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquatech is seeking an experienced Project Manager (Proposal Manager/PM) in Houston, TX to lead complex water treatment projects and EPC proposals. You will manage cross-functional teams across process, engineering, procurement, logistics, and safety to meet budgets and schedules, while building strong client relationships.

The role emphasizes leadership, time management, and effective communication with customers and vendors. Travel may be extensive as required.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related).
• Fifteen (15) or more years in Project management with handling projects of $20 million and above.

Responsibilities

• Manage, plan, organize, implement, and control all project or proposal activities per schedule.
• Coordinate proposal preparation and subsequent project execution for EPC water projects.
• Review contracts, develop risk registers, and manage client/vendor communications.

Skills

MS Office Proficiency

MS Projects

Primavera P6

Navisworks

SAP

Budgeting & Estimation

Leadership & Mentoring

Proposal Management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

SAP

MS Office

MS Projects

Primavera P6

Navisworks

Aspen

Job description

# AIC - Project Manager (Pre-Contracts)Houston TX - Houston , TX 77002## OverviewPosition TypeFull TimeEducation Level4 Year DegreeCategoryEngineering## Description**Summary**At Aquatech, we tackle the challenges of water scarcity and complexity by leveraging technology, expertise, and financing to deliver comprehensive solutions that reduce carbon and recycled water footprint. As a leading global provider of water and process technology solutions, we help the world's most recognized companies achieve their sustainability and operational goals by implementing innovative approaches for water reuse, desalination, minimal and zero liquid discharge, and critical minerals recovery. Our work catalyzes the transition toward a more sustainable future and showcases our commitment to addressing water's role in climate adaptation. Learn more at www.aquatech.com.Aquatech has an immediate need for a full-time PM (Proposal Manager / Project Manager) to work in our Houston, TX location. The hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The Project Manager will perform the duties described in the job description below and will be considered an Exempt employee. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, have excellent time management skills, good communicator, have excellent problem-solving skills, be team oriented, be customer service driven, and the ability to delegate. This candidate will also have experience handling projects of $20M or more.**Job Description*** Manage, Plan, Organize, implement, and control all activities of the project or proposal per Schedule* Manage diverse project teams in proposal preparation and subsequent project execution for EPC* Water treatment projects. The diverse project teams consist of teams from Process, engineering,* procurement, logistics, estimating, project controls, safety, fabrication, construction management and material management.* Review Contract and create consolidated list of exceptions and clarifications.* Develop Risk Register and review risk mitigation with management during proposal stage.* Generate EPC estimate and maintain overall project budget and schedule for proposals and projects.* Check and comment on P&ID’s and General Arrangements.* Review engineering documents and drawings.* Review Global sourcing plans and RFQ’s.* Prepare budgetary and firm price estimates* Coordinate & consolidate document preparation: proposals to client.* Review the RFB to EPC contractors* Change management with Clients as well as with vendors/sub-contractors.* Correspondence with customer.* Attend customer meetings as required.* Work closely with customer and develop a spirit of mutual trust and co-operation* Ensure high level of customer satisfaction.* Communications w/vendors and installation subcontractors to evaluate competitive quotes & negotiations.* Internal communication with all departments, including global offices.* Work autonomously without constant guidance.* International as well as domestic travel as required (could be extensive at times).**Skill Requirements*** Ability to write contractual requirements.* Ability to comment on Engineering specifications.* Interpreting specifications related to engineering equipment.* Ability to communicate effectively with customers, maintain a positive attitude and have good organizational skills.* Ability to plan and manage multiple projects or proposal* Decision-making ability and leadership skills.* Attention to detail.* Ability to lead and mentor the team.* High level of proficiency in using MS Office products* Experience in estimation, projects bidding and project execution.* Experience in project-related industry in successful Execution of projects.* Ability to use SAP software.* Ability to use MS Office software at a high level of proficiency.* Ability to use MS Projects and Primavera P6.* Ability to navigate the 3D model through Navisworks* Experience in using estimating software Aspen## Qualifications**Minimum Qualifications / Experience*** B.S. in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related)* Fifteen (15) or more years in Project management with handling projects of $20 million and above.