Project Manager – Utilities – Water/Wastewater

Keck & Wood Inc; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) contribution match

Performance-based incentives

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Flexible work arrangements

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off for sick & vacation leave

Paid time off for eligible volunteer service

Job summary

Keck & Wood Inc is looking for a Project Manager for Water/Wastewater to oversee project management, client relationships, and engineering design work primarily in Duluth, Georgia. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Civil Engineering, PE certification, and 5-15 years of experience in a similar role, focusing on water and wastewater engineering. This position offers competitive pay, benefits including a 401(k) match and flexible work arrangements, contributing to personal and career growth within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 5-15 years of experience as a Project Manager in an A/E/C role.
• 5-15+ years of experience in water and wastewater engineering projects.
• Strong written & verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and client expectations.
• Craft proposals and negotiate fees with clients.
• Research and network with current and prospective clients.

Skills

Project Management

Client Relationship Development

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Water and Wastewater Engineering

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Education

BS degree in Civil Engineering

Georgia PE certification

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Challenging and rewarding opportunities are here...are you ready?

As the foremost representative of Keck & Wood to a client, Project Managers are on the leading edge of management, relationship building and mentoring to achieve consistent project successes. Project assignments would include design of public water distribution and sewer collection systems, water storage tanks, booster pump and sewer lift stations, treatment plant improvements, various studies, and other water and wastewater-related projects. The right candidate will have the skills and experience to address the following tasks:

Project Management:

• Manage scope, schedule, budget and client expectations
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and design staff as needed
• Prepare monthly invoicing, internal & external progress reports, etc.
• Build and maintain sufficient work backlog for staff utilization

Relationship Development:

• Craft proposals which define scope, schedule, labor hours & fees; coordinate with sub-consultants on scope and fee and negotiate fees with clients
• Research & network with current and prospective clients, identify business opportunities
• Network with consultants, develop beneficial teaming relationships
• Attend conferences & actively participate in professional organizations
• Attend functions and serve on committees with clients
• Connect with clients through consistent visits and touchpoints
• Assist clients with unforeseen needs that can help advance projects or initiatives
• Prepare monthly progress reports
• Perform annual reviews for assigned staff, set growth goals & objectives
• Recommend staff pay adjustments and advancements

Keck & Wood prides itself on providing unsurpassed service and care as Trusted Advisors to clients, and the Project Manager for Water/Wastewater is perfect for someone who wants to make a lasting difference through public design projects.

The right skills...for your success!

We're looking for candidates with the following qualifications:

• BS degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent
• Georgia PE certification required. Additional PE certification in SC and NC desired
• 5-15 years of experience as a Project Manager in a A/E/C role
• 5-15+ years of experience in water and wastewater engineering projects
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D software
• Experience desirable in one or all of these design types: Water and Wastewater Treatment, Water Distribution, Sewer Collections, Elevated and Ground Storage Tanks, Pump Stations (Water and Sewer)
• Strong written & verbal communication skills; ability to thrive on a team
• Ability to embody our brand by treating clients and employees with courtesy and respect

Work is primarily performed in an office environment with occasional travel to project sites for construction review and contract administration. Fieldwork involves exposure to weather, traffic, and loud noise and requires extensive walking over uneven surfaces and various terrains.

Our goal is to make you successful in work...and in life!

Keck & Wood provides a culture for you to thrive, instead of just collecting a paycheck. From team outings to company events, we provide opportunities for you to connect with others in the company on both a professional and personal level. Our flex schedule attitude helps you achieve a suitable work-life balance to grow your career, without having to give up your life to do it.

Supporting our competitive pay, our compensation packages can also include 401(k) contribution match, spot bonuses, performance-based incentive pay, and our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Benefits can provide peace of mind to focus on your career, so our packages typically include medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, paid time off for sick & vacation leave, paid time off for eligible volunteer service, and more.

Visit our website for a full list of compensation opportunities and benefit options to grow your career and build your life.

Looking to build your career...talk to us!

Visit our Careers section on the website, or contact us via email at [e-mail].
Include your resume, area of interest, and preferred geographic location.

Keck & Wood, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in hiring based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information or any other classifications protected under federal, state or local law. We ensure nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources, at 678-417-4000 or [e-mail].

With our steady growth and "Pathways to Success" advancement mindset, the right candidate has incredible career potential at Keck + Wood. If today is the day to give your career the boost it needs, please contact us!

Founded in 1954, Keck + Wood, Inc. is a growing and dynamic employee-owned consulting firm with four offices in Georgia and South Carolina. Our 60+ employees serve Community Development, Transportation and Utility clients across the Southeast by providing quality engineering, planning, landscape architecture, and land surveying.

Keck & Wood offers great opportunities for individuals interested in Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Planning, or Company Administrative Services to join our team during a summer internship or co-op program to gain professional experience.

Collaboration By Design is not just a tagline, it is the essential foundation of how Keck + Wood serves clients, improves communities, and strengthens its employees.