Growth-Driven Senior Project Manager (AEC)

Apex Companies; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

401k match

Job summary

Apex Companies is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager for water utilities projects based in Florida. You will lead technical staff and Project Managers, oversee construction administration, and ensure QA/QC across multiple complex projects.

Ideal candidate has 10+ years in Drinking Water Utilities, working with local regulatory agencies, and a PE license. The role requires field and office work, strong communication, and client development experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related 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 with local clients and regulatory agencies.
• Ability to work both in the field and in the office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, and Outlook.
• Valid Florida driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise teams of technical staff or Project Managers on multiple complex projects.
• Demonstrate leadership in project execution, client interactions, and business development.
• Oversee construction administration tasks: submittals, agendas/minutes, reports, pay apps, RFIs, change orders, field coordination, schedules, progress meetings.
• Mentor and train Project Managers and staff through seminars and hands-on guidance.
• Consult with staff on technical issues and perform QA/QC reviews on projects.
• Identify risks and participate in insurance training to minimize liability.
• Work with minimal supervision on project responsibilities and ensure technical accuracy.
• Make technical presentations to clients and at public meetings; review plans and calculations.
• Lead projects from development through completion with defined scopes, budgets, and implementation plans.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client relations

QA/QC

Construction administration

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Project

Outlook

Job description

Apex Companies is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager for water utilities projects based in Florida. You will lead technical staff and Project Managers, oversee construction administration, and ensure QA/QC across multiple complex projects.

Ideal candidate has 10+ years in Drinking Water Utilities, working with local regulatory agencies, and a PE license. The role requires field and office work, strong communication, and client development experience.