Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

Kennedy Jenks; Federal Way (WA); Hybrid; USD 155,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k options

Bonus opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive PTO and holiday plan

Job summary

A leading engineering and environmental consulting firm in Federal Way seeks a Senior Project Manager passionate about community well-being. You will manage water/wastewater infrastructure projects, lead project delivery and mentorship of junior staff. Requires a BS/MS in relevant engineering fields, PE license, and over 15 years of experience. Emphasizing teamwork and client relationships, the role supports a hybrid work model and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant experience in water/wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent client service.
• Experience managing construction and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manage project technical work from planning through construction.
• Lead business development efforts including client interactions.
• Supervise and mentor junior technical staff.
• Perform project management activities including contract negotiations.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of the water/wastewater industry

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Business development and sales experience

Client service excellence

Education

BS or MS in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical or Environmental Engineering

Washington Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management services, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects from planning through construction. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, award-winning water reuse projects, and efficient construction management practices that ensure quality, safety, and on‑time delivery. We are known for our dedication to industry‑leading client service and tailored solutions.

Kennedy Jenks is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our growing Washington team. We are looking for someone who is as passionate as we are about the well‑being of our communities and who can inspire those around them. This role offers an exciting opportunity to focus on project delivery, leadership, and mentorship and development of engineering staff. It is important that this candidate has past involvement in managing and executing large water/wastewater infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate project technical work from the planning phase through construction, providing engineering expertise on all aspects of small to large water/wastewater civil infrastructure projects including, but not limited to, water distribution and transmission pipelines, sanitary sewer collection systems, treatment systems, and pump stations.
• Lead and participate in business development efforts including direct client interaction, coordination with marketing staff, and preparing proposals.
• Lead project engineering work such as studies, conceptual and preliminary design, final design, bidding, and construction support services.
• Perform project management activities including preparing and negotiating professional services contracts, managing the quality and financial performance of projects, coordination with subconsultants, and identifying and resolving budget and schedule issues.
• Be highly communicative and responsive to team members and clients' needs.
• Work collaboratively with technical teams, incorporating expertise from throughout the company.
• Have strong writing and communication skills to enable your team to deliver an exceptional work product.
• Supervise, mentor and help train junior technical staff.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical or Environmental Engineering or related field
• Washington Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 15+ years of relevant experience
• Strong technical knowledge of the water/wastewater industry
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent client service and interact positively with clients
• Experience with business development and sales
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Kennedy Jenks supports a healthy work‑life balance and utilizes a hybrid model of home and office work, with a minimum of two days per week in the office. This approach empowers our people to thrive, collaborate, and achieve their full potential.

Salary range

For this position is expected to be between $155,000 and $225,000, depending on education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications, and geographic location. This position is eligible for performance and incentive compensation.

Benefits Summary

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs.

Kennedy Jenks is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.