Senior Water/Wastewater Project Leader

KCI; Piedmont (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

KCI Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager to oversee complex projects and multi-project programs, providing strategic direction, coordinating teams, and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role emphasizes client engagement, risk management, and growth into new business areas. Applicants should have a PE license, 10+ years in water/wastewater, and a proven track record in managing large projects, with strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Skills Required: Bachelor’s Degree in related field (AEC Industry) and minimum of 6 years of related professional experience, or 10 years of equivalent professional experience.
• Experience should include a track record of expanding project management duties.
• Proven experience in project management roles, with a focus on managing larger-scale projects or programs.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools, with the ability to develop and maintain comprehensive project plans and documentation.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to project management, quality assurance, and safety protocols.
• Effective problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement solutions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong negotiation skills to manage contracts, scope changes, and stakeholder agreements effectively.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles to effectively manage project budgets, financial reporting, and resource allocation.

Responsibilities

• Fully manage all required project management and technical deliverables required in contract scope of work.
• Compare field data to design plans.
• Conduct site visits and gather data, including measurements, sketches, notes, and photographs as needed.
• Prepare all phases of designs and/or deliverables submitting for approval.
• Read and interpret technical documents required for project execution.
• Make determinations on issues/challenges during project implementation or development.
• Maintain knowledge of current State and/or Municipal policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Responsible for identifying new business opportunities, coordinating and participating in project presentations to clients and other external groups, developing and organizing proposal teams and promoting KCI’s capabilities among existing and prospective clients.
• Be involved in at least one industry and/or community organization.
• Project Management Leadership And Execution: Fully manage all required project management and technical deliverables required in contract scope of work.
• Business Development And Marketing: Responsible for participating in project opportunity evaluations, consultant selections, and the preparation of qualification/experience statements.
• Project Execution And Technical Oversight: Read and interpret technical documents required for project execution.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Budgeting

Contract management

Risk management

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field (AEC Industry)

Master’s Degree in related field (AEC Industry)

Tools

Project management software

Job description

KCI Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager to oversee complex projects and multi-project programs, providing strategic direction, coordinating teams, and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role emphasizes client engagement, risk management, and growth into new business areas. Applicants should have a PE license, 10+ years in water/wastewater, and a proven track record in managing large projects, with strong communication and leadership skills.