Senior Water Wastewater Project Manager

Merrick; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Water Wastewater Project Manager to lead and manage a diverse team on critical water and wastewater projects. This role requires a seasoned project manager with a strong track record in business development and client satisfaction, as well as technical expertise in water treatment and conveyance. The successful candidate will oversee project delivery, manage design teams, and ensure compliance with regulations while fostering positive relationships with clients and stakeholders. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in municipal water projects.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Idaho or eligible within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage multi-discipline teams on water and wastewater projects.
• Prepare and oversee fee proposals and manage project delivery.

Skills

Project Management

Business Development

Client Development

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

OVERVIEW

Merrick & Company is seeking qualified applicants for a fulltime Senior Water Wastewater Project Manager position in our Boise, ID, Lewiston, ID or Coeur d'Alene offices. This position will need an experienced project manager with a history of successfully winning and delivering projects.

Typical salary range for this position is $175,000.00 - $200,000.00. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Direct and manage a multi-discipline team of design engineers or technicians on water and wastewater projects.
• Provide input to and participate in strategic planning for the team. Work closely with Business Unit management to identify growth, project delivery, staffing, and financial performance.
• Adopt and apply all Merrick policies and procedures on assignments.
• Work closely with clients to effectively describe and deliver the scope of work.
• Prepare and oversee fee proposals for water and wastewater design work.
• Lead design teams and perform independent planning and design tasks, review designs of others, prepare construction documents, and manage the successful delivery of assigned projects.
• Exercise initiative, judgment, and knowledge commensurate with the responsibilities of the position.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills to effectively interface with clients and community members.
• Some travel may be required.

The Successful Candidate shall:

• Demonstrate experience, in-depth knowledge, and understanding of water treatment and conveyance, wastewater treatment and conveyance, and associated infrastructure.
• Have design experience, familiarity with State and Federal regulations, and some experience with construction observation (preferred).
• Demonstrate a long-term successful record of Business Development, project management, managing schedules and budgets for medium to large, complex civil engineering design efforts, and effectively work in multi-discipline engineering teams.
• Be proficient in client development, preparing successful proposals in collaboration with marketing and business development teams and interviews. Colorado experience is preferred but not required.
• Manage design teams including design engineers, CAD technicians, and subconsultants as part of project teams.
• Foster positive relationships with clients, government agencies, and community representatives.
• Participate in strategic planning for the team.
• Perform independent design tasks, peer reviews, prepare construction documents (i.e. design drawings, general and technical specifications), prepare both design and construction cost estimates, organize all project deliverables, and manage the efforts of a project design and permitting team.
• Demonstrate experience working with team members in different offices or geographies from the candidate’s home office.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an A.B.E.T. Accredited School.
• Master’s degree in engineering preferred but not required if successful project experience is demonstrated.
• Must be a registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Idaho or capable of registration within six months of appointment.
• Established track record of success in business development and client satisfaction.
• At least five (5) years of demonstrated successful experience in Project Management of Municipal, Water and Sanitation, and Special District water projects. Eight to ten years is preferred.
• Strong technical design experience in water and wastewater projects.
• Proven track record of successful project delivery.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license, a good driving record, and be insurable under Merrick’s insurance carrier.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Envision (ENV SP) from the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure credential preferred but not required.