Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

WGA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WGA, LLC in Houston, TX is seeking a Project Manager to lead civil engineering projects from inception through closeout, ensuring on-time delivery and compliance with client requirements and company standards. You will run weekly meetings, coordinate internal and external teams, manage budgets and schedules, and report progress to Practice Leaders while developing junior staff.

The role requires a PE, a civil engineering degree, 5+ years PM experience, strong leadership and communication, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• PE license is required.
• Minimum 5 years of civil engineering project management experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in project financial management and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project team and manage the full project lifecycle from inception to closeout.
• Conduct weekly meetings and coordinate internal teams and external subcontractors.
• Ensure QA/QC standards, schedules, and budgets are met.
• Provide project updates to Practice Manager or Practice Leader.
• Manage projects to 95% completion or higher in competent areas.
• Draft proposals and set budgets with the project team.
• Oversee project accounting, invoicing, and budgeting in Ajera.
• Lead and mentor staff, providing guidance and motivation.
• Ensure projects align with company standards and best practices.
• Develop client relationships with Client Managers to meet needs.
• Participate in engineering associations and professional development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team coordination

Budgeting

Scheduling

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Ajera (project management software)

Job description

The Project Manager will be a proven leader with demonstrated supervisory or management experience leading and developing a team. These activities include supervising and monitoring projects in progress in the department to ensure that work is executed on time and in accordance with the client’s requirements and within company policies, procedures, and standards. If you’re looking for the right opportunity to take the next step, this is the right growth opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project team and take ownership of the entire project lifecycle, ensuring successful completion from inception to final closeout.
• Conduct weekly meetings and maintain communication with the project team, including internal teams and external subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with QA/QC standards, project schedules, and financial management.
• Provide project updates and reporting to Practice Manager or Practice Leader, keeping them informed of project progress, challenges, and opportunities.
• Manage projects to a minimum of 95% completion in areas where you have identified competency.
• Draft project proposals and set budgets, collaborating with the project team to ensure accuracy and alignment with client requirements.
• Oversee project accounting, including invoicing, budget tracking, and updating project management systems like Ajera.
• Lead and assist in staff management, providing guidance, coaching, and motivation to team members.
• Ensure that plans and projects are completed in accordance with company standards and industry best practices.
• Begin to manage client relationships and work collaboratively with Client Managers to meet client needs and expectations.
• Actively participate in engineering associations, serving on committees, and engaging in networking activities to enhance professional development and industry knowledge.
• Develop work plans for projects, including internal milestones and resource allocation.
• Possess strong presentation skills and the ability to coach and motivate team members.
• Be viewed as a leader in the technical aspect of the practice area, demonstrating a high level of competency in project management, professional development, client service, and leadership.
• Be selected for project assignments by Practice Manager or Practice Leader with concurrence from Client Manager for specific projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil engineering, with a track record in project management.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in project financial management and budgeting.
• Familiarity with industry standards, regulations, and best practices.

EEO STATEMENT

WGA, LLC is committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and its employees. The Company strictly prohibits all discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected activity or any other status or classification protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.