Project Manager (Water/Wastewater)

KCI Technologies, Inc.; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. As a Project Manager in Water/Wastewater Engineering, you will lead teams to develop innovative solutions for public and private sector clients. This role involves overseeing the entire project lifecycle, from initial design to construction, while fostering strong client relationships. With a focus on integrity and commitment, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior staff and ensure project success. If you are passionate about making a difference in your community and advancing your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Family-friendly benefits

Collaborative working environment

Training and mentoring programs

Qualifications

• 7-12 years of experience in water/wastewater engineering and project management.
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering teams for water/wastewater projects.
• Oversee project lifecycle from design to construction.

Skills

Project Management

Water/Wastewater Engineering

Client Relationship Management

Team Leadership

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Project Manager (Water/Wastewater)

Job Locations: US-SC-Rock Hill

Category: Project Management

Type: Full-Time Regular - 40 hours

Posted Date: 2 months ago (3/6/2025 3:48 PM)

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we're building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #48 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 50 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family-friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring, and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

KCI Technologies is seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Engineer with experience in engineering studies, engineering design, regulatory/permitting process, and project management.

• Responsible for managing a team of engineers and designers to develop water/wastewater engineering designs for both public and private sector clients, including pump stations, gravity sewer lines, water distribution lines, water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, storage facilities, and other projects related to industry.
• Oversee the entire project lifecycle, from the preliminary design visit and conceptual plans to zoning/planning coordination, permit documentation, and construction level design plans.
• Partner with the Practice Leader to expand our workload by building and maintaining relationships with existing and new clients.
• Other responsibilities include preparing preliminary engineering reports, basis of design reports, feasibility studies, project submittals, completing site visits as necessary, and working with the Project Assistant on project setup, billing, and closeout.
• Responsible for creating accurate fee proposals, overseeing the project team, and ensuring adherence to project scope, schedule, and budget.
• As a mentor and trainer, you will also be responsible for training and guiding staff to ensure project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 - 12 years of professional experience.
• Appropriate professional certification preferred.
• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

Performance Expectations

• Complete Annual Individual Training Program
• Mentor and train staff
• Train adequate backup personnel to support your role in your absence
• Develop and maintain customer relationships by soliciting monthly performance feedback, identifying client needs, and identifying the next project
• Ensure projects fulfill ISO compliance requirements
• Manage work routine of all assigned staff and assign job activities as required
• Complete other duties as required/assigned
• Provide input to develop project-specific safety plans and implement project safety plans and ensure compliance with all Federal, state, and local safety rules and regulations
• Report monthly proposal results to operations manager
• Achieve or exceed budgeted individual utilization target (75%-80% typical)
• Attend bi-weekly (or more frequently as necessary) meetings with project team on all projects/tasks
• Chart and provide project performance results
• Consult and coordinate with other practices and sub-consultants as required
• Deliver all projects on time and within budget while fully meeting the scope
• Ensure effective use of equipment and personnel
• Meet monthly (or more frequently as necessary) with project analyst to review project invoices
• Meet monthly with practice leader to review project performance
• Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters
• Prepare and submit monthly project completion report
• Prepare interpractice agreements and/or outside requests as required
• Prepare monthly progress reports for all projects
• Prepare monthly project staff utilization plan
• Propose and negotiate scope, schedule, and fee estimate for tasks and projects
• Provide bi-weekly percent complete data to project assistant
• Provide monthly project updates to practice leader
• Provide monthly WIP/AR comments to the operations manager
• Provide technical project and staff oversight
• Provide weekly new project budget data to the practice leader
• Serve as project or task manager on select projects
• Compare field data to design plans
• Conduct site visits and gather data, including measurements, sketches, notes, and photographs as needed
• Prepare preliminary concept designs and submit for approval
• Read and interpret technical documents required for project execution

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KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.