Senior Water Resources Project Manager

Benesch; Allentown (Lehigh County); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Benesch is seeking a Water/Wastewater/Water Resources Project Manager to lead a broad range of water-related infrastructure projects. The role emphasizes self-performing leadership, client relationship management, and strategic growth across Pennsylvania and nationwide.

The ideal candidate has a PE license in PA, extensive experience in water resources, and a proven ability to manage scope, schedule, and budget with strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience with water resources, drinking water, and/or wastewater.
• Licensed PE in Pennsylvania.
• Existing client relationships in Pennsylvania desired.
• Excellent communication and client relation skills.
• Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules.
• LI-LM1

Responsibilities

• Managing the responsibilities for projects and employees.
• Control and review of scope, schedule, and budget; executing project work plans from start to finish.
• Resources available or ability to request resources to effectively complete successful projects.
• Ability to utilize accounting and scheduling software for project management.
• Coordinate with the Group Manager on project needs, company growth, and personal career development.
• Ownership of the financial aspects of the projects assigned.
• Marketing outreach ability including client contacts with existing and potential clients.
• Opportunity for business development and "add-on" sales opportunities as they relate to a specific project.
• Growth in career and project management experience

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Client relations

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license - Pennsylvania

Tools

Accounting software

Scheduling software

Job description

Benesch is seeking a Water/Wastewater/Water Resources Project Manager to lead a broad range of water-related infrastructure projects. The role emphasizes self-performing leadership, client relationship management, and strategic growth across Pennsylvania and nationwide.

The ideal candidate has a PE license in PA, extensive experience in water resources, and a proven ability to manage scope, schedule, and budget with strong communication and leadership skills.