Senior Project Manager- Water Conveyance/Pump Stations

GHD; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 163,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead water conveyance projects in California. This role involves managing complex projects while fostering client relationships and mentoring technical staff. Join an inclusive team dedicated to innovative water solutions that help communities thrive.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of civil engineering experience focused on water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Registered Professional Engineer in California.
• Proven experience in engineering analysis and planning.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and staff related to water conveyance.
• Develop client relationships with municipal agencies.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to engineers.

Skills

Technical writing

Client management

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (Civil, Environmental, or similar)

Masters Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Senior Project Manager- Water Conveyance/Pump Stations

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Job Description

The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated.

As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front.

Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and inspire change for your community.

You’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.

Who are we looking for?

The Linear Infrastructure Water Group is looking for a Senior Project Manager- Water Conveyance/Pump Stations in one of our Northern or Southern California offices ( Irvine, San Diego, Long Beach, Concord, Sacramento, Roseville, Santa Rosa)! This is a project-focused role where you will have the opportunity to demonstrate your technical expertise, local relationships, and knowledge on challenging projects. The position will consist of managing projects and staff and will also serve as the lead in the development and submission of proposals. We are seeking self-motivated and active networkers who value building credible relationships with clients and the community.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Serve as Senior Project Manager for the condition assessment, planning, rehabilitation, design, and construction of water, wastewater, and recycled water conveyance projects
• Develop new business opportunities and client relationships with municipal and utility agencies within your region
• Communicate regularly with the client, obtaining two-way feedback and input
• Coordinate with Project Director, Business Group Leader, and Engineering Design Organization Leadership to assemble the project team and regularly review the project
• Develop a clear project description that defines the scope of work and deliver the project within budget and on time, and to program, in accordance with the work plan
• Build effective relationships with the GHD US West Water Market management team, North America and across GHD’s global footprint
• Provide guidance and QA/QC on all engineering design, calculations, design briefs and technical reports for municipal infrastructure, master plans, and detailed design projects
• Provide hands-on technical guidance to engineers and technical staff in delivering ongoing municipal, water and wastewater projects
• Mentorship of project engineers and designers in the development of their engineering and design skills
  
  

What you will bring to the team:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (Civil, Environmental, or similar); Masters Degree preferred
• Registered Professional Engineer in the State of California
• Minimum 15 years of civil engineering experience with a focus on design and construction of water and wastewater infrastructure projects
• Proven experience preparing complex engineering analysis and planning
• Experience in developing project scope, schedule, and budget
• Strong technical writing skills
• Must be able to work on multiple assignments simultaneously; and have strong organizational, problem solving, communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Expertise using Microsoft Excel and other relevant software
• Client management experience
• Experience leading a team of engineers and technical staff
• Experience in project delivery
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
  
  

Salary Range: $ 163,000 - $245,000 based on experience.

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

About Us

Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with GHD supporting you every step of the way.

We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.

See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

Our Pledge to You

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

See where your commitment could take you.

That’s the #PowerOfCommitment

Who We Are

GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.

The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Consulting, and Engineering

• Industries

  Civil Engineering, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Environmental Services

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