Civil Engineering Project Manager

Haley and Ward, Inc.; Maynard (MA); On-site; USD 115,670 - 149,349; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5,000 signing bonus

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous company-matched 401(k) plan

Paid Time Off and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

A Massachusetts-based engineering firm is seeking a Project Manager for its Maynard office. The ideal candidate will manage projects in water and wastewater systems, ensuring successful completion within established budgets and schedules. Responsibilities include overseeing project design and permitting, collaboration with team members, and managing project tasks. A BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering is preferred, along with 10 years of industry experience. The compensation range is estimated at $115,670 to $149,349, based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of related industry experience is preferred.
• Registration (or ability to attain) as a Professional Engineer in MA is preferred.
• Sound mathematical skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Conducting design concept of professional, economical, and effective sets of plans and specifications.
• Lead complex hydraulic design projects for municipal water distribution.
• Supervising, coordinating, and reviewing work of engineers, technicians, and designers.

Skills

Project management

Hydraulic modeling

Communication skills

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Advanced degree or experience in project management

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

About Our Company

At Haley Ward, our team of close 300 employee owners value accountability and collaboration. These values drive us to provide every client with quality service that meets, and often exceeds, their expectations, and is one of the reasons clients routinely return to us for help. Haley Ward’s work philosophy is to take advantage of the benefits of collaboration, mentoring, and face‑to‑face communication in order to optimize our operations and performance for our clients.

Benefits

• $5,000 signing bonus!
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance plans or paid monthly stipend if you have health insurance elsewhere
• Generous company matched 401(k) plan with a Roth provision
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Eleven (11) paid holidays, including a creative holiday schedule
• Life insurance (company paid)
• Short and long‑term disability insurance (company paid)
• Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Accounts
• Culture that provides work‑life balance, professional development and community driven
• And much more

What you can expect to be doing

Haley Ward is looking for a Project Manager for our Maynard, MA office. The Project Manager will be responsible for planning, organizing, designing, and controlling the activities of projects to best accomplish the successful completion while operating within established schedules, budgets, and QA/QC policy constraints.

The ideal candidate should possess a background in project management and hands‑on experience in the planning and design of water and wastewater pipelines, pump stations, and water/wastewater treatment facilities. Experience with municipal roadways, sidewalks and stormwater management believed to be highly beneficial. Relevant expertise encompasses hydraulic modeling, hydrology modeling programs, storm drainage systems, equipment selection, specification writing, cost estimation, feasibility studies, master planning, construction document development, and proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D. Our projects encompass diverse municipal water and wastewater system designs. Beyond technical proficiency, the candidate should excel in managing project tasks, overseeing project design, permitting, coordinating construction activities, and collaborating seamlessly with fellow team members.

Typical projects will be focused on serving the needs of municipalities with an emphasis on utility work, wastewater collection and treatment, water distribution and treatment, and stormwater management. Collaboration with team members across the organization is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conducting design concept of professional, economical, and effective sets of plans and specifications. Managing projects, overseeing, and delegating tasks, and engaging in design of projects
• Promoting new business for the total company and for own area of expertise
• Lead complex hydraulic design projects for municipal water distribution, collection systems, and treatment facilities
• Engineer pump stations from concept to commissioning - including electrical controls, telemetry, and automation systems
• Supervising, coordinating, and reviewing work of engineers, technicians, and designers
• Preparing agreements including scope, schedule, work plan, fees and monitoring financial performance of projects
• Participating in career path planning and development, performance plans, mentoring, and resource sharing for supervised team members
• Cultivating personal business relationships and seeking opportunities for cross‑selling to enhance and expand existing client relationships during and after projects
• Support communities in the development of long term investment plans. Provide guidance to client communities on sourcing and securing funding of projects

What you will need to succeed

• BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering preferred
• Other disciplines to be considered with experience
• Advanced degree or experience in project management desirable
• Minimum of 10 years of related industry experience is preferred
• Registration (or ability to attain) as a Professional Engineer in MA is preferred
• Sound mathematical skills are required
• Working knowledge of software such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D is required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required
• Leadership acumen is essential
• Valid driver's license & reliable transportation required

A criminal background check and driving record check will be conducted.

Haley Ward is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other federally protected class established by law.

Location & Compensation

Location: Maynard, MA - Ability to reliably commute or relocate before starting work (Required)

The estimated range for this role is: $115,670 to $149,349. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as related work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications, credentials, skills, and demonstrated proficiency for the role. Compensation is reviewed at least annually each year. Compensation is also adjusted throughout the year to recognize position advancement, responsibilities and licensure and/or certification.