Water Resources CIP Project Lead, Florida

McAdams; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

McAdams in Tampa, FL seeks a Capital Improvement Projects Senior Project Manager with Water Resources expertise to lead complex projects and grow the Florida practice. You will blend technical excellence, project delivery, and business development to drive results for premier clients.

You will guide cross‑functional teams, manage scope, schedule, and budgets, and leverage relationships with municipalities to expand McAdams’ market presence in Central Florida.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 10+ years of experience in Water Resources and municipal consulting.
• Ability to lead complex, multidisciplinary projects.
• Strong understanding of project financial performance and schedules.
• Experience expanding client relationships in the public sector.
• Experience supporting pursuit strategies, proposals, and client interviews.
• Established relationships with Florida municipalities/regulators to grow market presence.
• Excellent technical writing, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-driven, organized leader who mentors others and fosters collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, multidisciplinary water resources projects from planning through delivery.
• Drive business development: client positioning, proposals, interviews, and contract negotiations.
• Mentor and develop team members in a collaborative, high‑performing culture.
• Develop scopes, fees, schedules, and contracts ensuring profitability and risk management.
• Oversee project financial performance and resource planning to meet objectives.
• Ensure delivery meets client, stakeholder, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Project leadership

Client relationship building

Interpersonal skills

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Mentoring

Team leadership

Self-motivation

Financial acumen

Strategic growth

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

McAdams in Tampa, FL seeks a Capital Improvement Projects Senior Project Manager with Water Resources expertise to lead complex projects and grow the Florida practice. You will blend technical excellence, project delivery, and business development to drive results for premier clients.

You will guide cross‑functional teams, manage scope, schedule, and budgets, and leverage relationships with municipalities to expand McAdams’ market presence in Central Florida.