Project Manager - Water/Wastewater Services

CDM Smith; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Project Manager to lead multi-million dollar projects in Tennessee. This role involves managing project teams, developing scopes and budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulations. You'll collaborate with local sales teams on business development and contribute to innovative solutions in the water/wastewater sector. Join a progressive company that values employee growth and offers a supportive work environment, where your expertise will help shape the future of water infrastructure. If you're passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Flexible work options

Career growth opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Employee support programs

Qualifications

• 7 years of related experience in water/wastewater projects required.
• PMP, CCM or DBIA certification needed within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Manage water/wastewater design and construction services.
• Lead project teams and mentor junior staff.
• Prepare and manage project budgets and schedules.

Skills

Client interaction skills

Project management

Team leadership

Budget management

Water/Wastewater design

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental or chemical engineering

Tools

Project management software

Job description

41059BR

Requisition ID: 41059BR

Business Unit: NAU

Job Description:

We are open to considering candidates for this position that can work out of our Nashville, Knoxville, or Chattanooga TN offices.

CDM Smith has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Water/Wastewater Project Manager to join our greater TN water practice. We are looking for someone who has excellent client interaction skills and can manage and lead planning and design teams for multi-discipline projects and programs of work in the fields of large diameter conveyance (water distribution and wastewater collection), water and wastewater pumping systems and water/wastewater treatment projects in Tennessee. In this position, you will manage multi-million dollar planning and design projects, manage project teams, and develop the scope and budget for projects. You will also work with local sales staff on business development strategies for existing and new clients, including pursuit of alternative project delivery opportunities in Tennessee. As a member of this team, you would contribute to our clients' mission by:

1. Managing water/wastewater design, permitting, and construction services from early concept development through construction.
2. Serving as a leader of project teams and mentoring junior staff, including the coordination and reviewing of project assignments.
3. Effectively working with key technical specialists, project team members, and delivery managers.
4. Assisting with preparation of design drawings and specifications on large, complex, multi-discipline design projects.
5. Preparing, monitoring, and managing project budgets and schedules while managing the firm’s risk.
6. Providing high level planning and program analysis work including preparation of technical documents/reports.
7. Being active in the water/wastewater industry, keeping abreast of emerging technologies, research/development opportunities, and conference/committee participation in professional societies.
8. Assisting in new business development by contributing to strategic planning, marketing, and business operations planning.
9. Collaborating with sales staff to create proposals in response to client requests for proposals (RFPs).
10. Reviewing draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local, and federal regulations and best practices.
11. Interfacing with clients and government officials to clarify technical questions and providing updates to upper management as necessary.

Job Title: Project Manager - Water/Wastewater Services

Group: SWG

Employment Type: Regular

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's Degree.
2. 7 years of related experience.
3. PMP (PMI), CCM or DBIA certification is required (within 12 months of hire or promotion onto the Approved Project Manager list).
4. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
5. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental or chemical engineering.
2. Professional engineering (PE) license.
3. Project management experience on water/wastewater infrastructure design projects in Tennessee.
4. Alternative project delivery experience.

EEO Statement:

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Why CDM Smith?:

Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)

Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.

Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.

Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

Job Site Location: Tennessee - Statewide

Amount of Travel Required: 5%

Assignment Category: Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Work Location Options: Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.