Senior Project Manager- Drinking Water

Apex Companies; United States; Remote; USD 115,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Life and disability insurance

401k match

Tuition assistance

Cross-training

Bonuses or incentives

Job summary

Apex Companies is seeking a Senior Project Manager for the Drinking Water Division. The role provides technical leadership on water treatment plants, booster stations, and water distribution projects.

This is a remote position and can be located anywhere in the US. Responsibilities include overseeing construction administration, QA/QC, risk management, and mentoring project managers, while developing schedules, budgets, and client presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• 12+ years of related experience, with at least 8 years in drinking water.
• Professional engineering license.
• Project management experience.
• Experience with local clients and regulatory agencies.
• Ability to work both in the field and in office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction administration tasks and meetings.
• Prepare agendas/minutes and review submittals and reports.
• Manage payment applications, RFIs and change orders.
• Coordinate with field staff and designers; track schedules.
• Provide QA/QC reviews and technical development for staff.
• Identify risks and participate in insurance training.
• Present project details to clients and at public meetings.
• Lead projects from development through completion with scope, budget, and plans.

Skills

Project management

Client relations

Communication skills

Leadership

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Are you highly motivated, hard-working, and seeking to join a growth-focused consulting & engineering firm? Are you looking for a company that will invest in your development and grow your professional skills? If so, consider a career with Apex!

Powered by record sales, extraordinary client retention, strategic acquisitions, and an entrepreneurial spirit, Apex Companies is one of the fastest growing engineering and environmental consulting firms in the US. We were recently recognized by the Zweig Group as one of the fastest growing firms in the AEC industry. We take pride in providing our clients with exceptional service and have earned numerous awards for project excellence. We continue to grow, and we want you to grow with us.

Are you highly motivated, hard-working, and seeking to join a growth-focused consulting & engineering firm? Are you looking for a company that will invest in your development and grow your professional skills? If so, consider a career with Apex!

Powered by record sales, extraordinary client retention, strategic acquisitions, and an entrepreneurial spirit, Apex Companies is one of the fastest growing engineering and environmental consulting firms in the US. We were recently recognized by the Zweig Group as one of the fastest growing firms in the AEC industry. We take pride in providing our clients with exceptional service and have earned numerous awards for project excellence. We continue to grow, and we want you to grow with us.

Our Northeast Division is a well-respected and award-winning group where career development, training, and mentoring co-exist with diverse civil, environmental, water resources, and traffic/transportation projects in a fast-paced and rewarding work environment.

We are seeking a talented Senior Project Manager for our Drinking Water Division to provide technical leadership on a variety of water system design-related projects, including treatment plants, pump/booster stations, and water distribution systems. This is a remote position and can be located anywhere in the US.

Primary Responsibilities

Lead construction administration tasks, including:Construction progress meetingsSubmittal reviewsPreparation of meeting agendas and minutesReview of daily and weekly construction reportsPreparation of payment applications, RFIs, and change ordersCoordination with field staff and designersProject closeout and tracking construction schedulesAssist in training, mentorship, and technical development of Project Managers and staff through:Holding training seminarsProviding technical guidance during project executionBringing new technical developments in-houseConsult with technical staff and Project Managers on technical issues and provide QA/QC reviews on projects outside of their direct involvementRecognize potential risks related to nonstandard technical matters or legal disputes and participate in required insurance training to minimize liabilityWork with minimal direction or supervision, demonstrating success with similar project responsibilitiesOversee technical accuracy of projects through:Regular communication with project staffReview of plans, specifications, reports, and calculationsEnsuring compliance with firm standardsMake technical presentations to clients and at public meetings to review and discuss project detailsLead projects from development through completion by identifying schedules, scopes, budget estimates and implementation plans, including QA/QC and risk managementAct as a Public Relations Ambassador by proactively presenting and communicating the company's capabilities and strengthSolicit New Clients/Projects by:Identifying and seeking out new project opportunitiesSetting up meetings and participating in proposal developmentCross-selling additional practice areasPrepare contracts, subcontracts, and negotiate fees associated with new projects.

What We're Looking For

Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline12+ years of related experience, with at least 8 years of speciallized experience in drinking water.Professional engineering licenseRelevant project management experiencePrevious experience in the consulting engineering industryStrong experience working with local clients and regulatory agenciesAbility to work both in the field and in office settingsStrong written and verbal communication skillsValid driver’s license and clean driving record

Why You’ll Love Working For Us

Company-subsidized medical and dental.Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.401k match, tuition assistance, and more.Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.Working with the best and brightest in the industry.2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

Apex Job Title: Sr Project Manager

Annual Expected Pay Range: $115,000 USD - $180,000 USD

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