Project Manager (Water/Wastewater)

KCI Technologies; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values employee ownership and innovation. This role offers you the opportunity to manage significant engineering projects while fostering client relationships and ensuring project compliance. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization encourages applicants from all backgrounds. You'll enjoy a collaborative environment where your contributions are recognized, and growth opportunities abound. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Family-friendly benefits

Collaborative working environment

Training and mentoring resources

Qualifications

• 7-12 years of professional experience required.
• PE License preferred for engineering roles.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and prepare technical proposals for high-profile projects.
• Demonstrate good communication and supervisory skills.

Skills

Project Management

Client Interaction

Technical Proposal Preparation

Supervisory Skills

Business Development

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

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 world-class solutions, investing 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 opportunities, 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 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.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects, interact with clients, and prepare technical and fee proposals within the designated engineering practice. Develop scopes and budgets, conduct engineering studies, and prepare technical reports for various high-profile projects. Assist the engineering practice leader with project budgets and technical deliverables, conduct QA/QC reviews, and contribute to marketing and business development efforts.
• Possess supervisory skills to plan, develop, coordinate, and direct large or significant projects, or manage the entire engineering program of limited scope. Serve as a specialist applying advanced theories and principles, staying abreast of new developments, and assisting in proposals and negotiations.
• Demonstrate good communication, supervisory, and mentoring skills. Be reliable, attentive to detail and accuracy. Hold a valid driver's license for travel to project sites, meetings, and business expansion activities.
• Have recent business development and project management experience (past 2-4 years). Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively with diverse teams.
• PE License preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required; Master's preferred.
• 7-12 years of professional experience.
• Professional certification preferred.
• Pre-employment drug screening required; background and motor vehicle checks may be conducted.

Performance Expectations

• Complete annual training and mentor staff.
• Develop backup personnel, build client relationships, and ensure project and safety compliance.
• Manage work routines, meet budgets, and deliver projects on time and within scope.
• Participate in meetings, review project performance, and prepare reports and proposals.
• Operate within budget parameters and oversee technical and staff oversight.

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KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.