Project Manager - Collaborative Delivery

Filanc; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Filanc, an award-winning engineering and construction firm, seeks a Project Manager for Collaborative Delivery to pursue and execute major water and wastewater projects in the Western United States. You will lead cross-functional pursuits, integrate engineering partners, subcontractors and staff, and manage client relationships throughout pre-construction and construction phases.

The role requires a Civil/Environmental/Mechanical engineering background, a California PE license, 10+ years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, mechanical or related engineering discipline.
• California PE license required; DBIA certification or commitment to obtain within 12 months is preferred.
• 10+ years’ experience leading teams to design water and wastewater infrastructure and unit processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development activities, establishing owner relationships and pre-selling collaborative delivery projects.
• Guide technical aspects of proposals and coordinate client interviews and procurement workshops.
• Coordinate with engineering partners, subcontractors, vendors, and Filanc staff to align project goals.
• Prepare and manage project budgets and schedules; review documents and GMP implications.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Business development

Client relationship management

Travel readiness

Construction management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Environmental/Mechanical Engineering

California Professional Engineer license

DBIA certification or commitment to obtain within 12 months

Job description

Filanc is an award-winning, general engineering and construction firm specializing in water and wastewater infrastructure throughout the Western United States. For more than 70 years, we have delivered complex, mission-critical projects through a collaborative, client-focused approach that emphasizes safety, quality, innovation, and long-term community impact. Our teams combine field expertise with technical excellence to build facilities that protect public health and the environment.

Position Description

The Project Manager, Collaborative Delivery is a major player in the pursuit and execution of large collaborative delivery projects. These may include water and wastewater treatment facilities; waste-to-energy facilities; pumping facilities; gravity and pressure pipelines and conveyance systems; and storage facilities. More specifically, the successful candidate will:

Business Development

• Support the business development team by establishing and maintaining Owner relationships, evaluating business development opportunities and pre-selling collaborative delivery projects.
• Lead or provide major input to the technical aspects of collaborative delivery proposals.
• Lead or participate in client interviews and other procurement period meetings and workshops associated with collaborative delivery pursuits.
• Assist with contract negotiations and pre-award activities.

Pre-construction

• Lead and promote the integration of teams consisting of engineering partners, subcontractors, equipment vendors, and Filanc staff in pursuit of project goals and objectives.
• Manage Owner expectations and satisfaction.
• Set and communicate project priorities, including developing agendas for and leading meetings and workshops.
• Prepare and manage project budgets and schedules.
• Lead value engineering, constructability and risk management efforts.
• Prepare and/or review project documents, including letters, proposals, technical memoranda, design reports, and plans and specifications.
• Coordinate with estimating staff to develop responsive cost models, alternatives analyses and guaranteed maximum price (GMP) proposals.
• Participate in negotiating GMPs and construction period commercial terms.
• Coordinate with regulatory and permitting authorities.

Construction

• Facilitate a seamless transition to the Construction Project Manager by communicating design intent, project risks and work sequencing constraints.
• Remain engaged throughout the construction period to preserve continuity and institutional knowledge and manage Owner relations.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, mechanical or another relevant engineering discipline. Advanced degree preferred.
• California Professional Engineer license.
• DBIA certification or the commitment to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• 10+ years’ experience leading teams to design water and wastewater infrastructure and unit processes.
• 5+ years’ experience leading and/or having major roles in successfully delivering collaborative delivery projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience with effectively communicating in face-to-face meetings and virtual meetings, by phone, and in writing.
• Big picture vision with a focus on results.
• Demonstrated business development aptitude, with strong relationships and experience in Southern California.
• Construction and/or construction management experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project locations.

Working Conditions

Project Managers must be able to work flexible hours and locations throughout the area.

Filanc is proud to be a drug free workplace. Filanc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.