Project Technical Leader/Manager – Water/ Wastewater

Trinnex Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); Vor Ort; USD 110.000 - 140.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

CDM Smith is seeking a Project Manager (or an emerging PM) to support and lead delivery of water, wastewater, stormwater, and infrastructure projects based in Phoenix, AZ. This role is ideal for an experienced PM who can serve as the primary client contact and manage delivery end-to-end, or a technically strong engineer stepping into project management with mentorship and a clear path to ownership.

The position emphasizes technical leadership, QA/QC, and coordination across disciplines to ensure

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional engineering (PE) license.
• 10 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Aufgaben

• Lead delivery of water, wastewater, stormwater, and infrastructure projects in Phoenix, AZ.
• Serve as primary client contact and manage scope/schedule/budget.
• Provide technical leadership across disciplines and ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Mentor junior staff and support staff development within the discipline.
• Coordinate with sales and client service teams to respond to RFPs.

Kenntnisse

CADD/3D/4D

Engineering design

MS Office

Communications

Regulations knowledge

Ausbildung

Bachelor's in Civil/Environmental/Chemical Eng

PE license

10+ years experience

Tools

CADD software

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

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Job Description

CDM Smith is seeking a Project Manager (or an emerging PM) to support and lead delivery of water, wastewater, stormwater, and infrastructure projects based in Phoenix, AZ. This role is ideal for: 1.an experienced PM who can serve as the primary client point of contact and manage delivery end-to-end, or 2.a technically strong engineer who is ready to step into project management responsibilities with support, mentorship, and clear path to full PM ownership. In addition to core PM duties (scope/schedule/budget/client), this position includes technical delivery leadership - driving the technical approach, coordinating across disciplines, and ensuring deliverables are high quality and “right the first time.” These technical leadership elements align with CDM Smith's internal PTL (project technical leader) expectations. Water-sector experience will be considered on an individual basis, but experience in the following bullets is preferred.

• Develop, review, and approve basic to moderately complex engineering designs for: Water and wastewater treatment facilities, Water and sewer systems, Pipelines and Pump station engineering
• Ensure all project designs comply with state, and local regulations.
• Apply firm policies, procedures, and best practices across all engineering deliverables.
• Conduct site visits, field reviews, and technical studies to verify design requirements and site-specific conditions.
• Update project design criteria as needed throughout project development.
• Contribute to CDM Smith's technical leadership by preparing and submitting technical papers, abstracts, and conference presentations.
• Collaborate with sales and client service teams to prepare proposals in response to Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
• Meet with current and prospective clients to understand and support their evolving design and project needs.
• Completing Quality Assurance/Quality Control of key deliverables.
• Represent CDM Smith at conferences and professional symposia to enhance visibility and foster client relationships.
• Building and maintaining positive working relationships with key decision makers in our clients’ organizations.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and training to junior staff; delegate tasks effectively and support staff development within the discipline.

Skills & Abilities

Expert Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices. Expert Knowledge of engineer principles of design. Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.). Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Expert knowledge of federal, state and local regulations.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline. Professional engineering (PE) license. 10 years of related experience. 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. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional engineering (PE) license, with ability to immediately gain comity in NM
• Experience supporting or managing municipal water/wastewater clients and multidisciplinary project teams
• Demonstrated strength in QA/QC and technical delivery (delivering right the first time)

Amount of Travel Required

10% or