Water Senior Project Manager

AE2S (Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, LLC); Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

100% paid Health Insurance

100% paid Dental, Disability, Vision

401(k) matching

Paid PTO credits for experience

Parental leave

Wellness program

Job summary

AE2S is seeking a Water Senior Project Manager in Great Falls, MT. You will lead the water resources team, manage projects from scope through delivery, and drive client relationships across the region.

The role emphasizes technical leadership in stormwater and water resources infrastructure, with opportunities for growth within a fast-paced, employee-owned firm. The candidate should have 15+ years in water resources, a relevant engineering degree, and strong communication skills to collaborate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering field related to water resources.
• 15+ years of experience in water resources engineering.
• Strong client-facing experience and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Drive business development within Minnesota and lead the local water resources team.
• Lead project delivery: PM, QA/QC, and technical tasks for stormwater and water resources projects.
• Manage scope, schedule, and budgets to deliver value and client satisfaction.
• Mentor junior engineers within the Water Resources Practice.

Skills

Project management

Business development

Water resources engineering

Communication

Remote work ability

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (water resources)

Tools

SWMM

HEC-RAS

AutoCAD Civil 3D

ArcGIS

Job description

Water Senior Project Manager - Great Falls, MT AE2S is seeking a

Water Senior Project Manager - Great Falls, MT AE2S is seeking a Water Senior Project Manager in Great Falls, MT. We are a fast-paced, team-oriented and technologically advanced engineering consulting firm. If you are seeking a forward-thinking culture, meaningful work with great clients, an opportunity for advancement, and the benefits of ownership without a personal financial investment.

The Water Resources Senior Project Manager is a key member of project delivery and business development to support our Minnesota operations working in conjunction with other Water Resources staff across all AE2S geographies and our Water Resources Practice Leader. The ideal individual will have a strong motivation to advance their career and have experience with project management, business development, H&H analysis, and engineering design related to stormwater and water resources infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Drive business development activities within Minnesota and lead the local water resources team.
• Perform a variety of team roles within project delivery (project management, QA/QC, and performing) as they relate to stormwater and water resources engineering to deliver innovative water solutions. Examples of project types include urban stormwater management (water quality and flood resiliency) analysis, master planning, and design; FEMA floodplain studies; and water supply reliability planning.
• Responsible for scope, schedule, budget development, monitoring and adherence for projects managed to provide extreme client services to build lasting relationships.
• Grow market and technical presence within the region through working with the AE2S team to prioritize client pursuits, build client relationships, provide client management, identify opportunities, and support competitive proposal pursuits.
• Serve as a technical guidance, senior leadership, and mentor for junior engineers within the Water Resources Practice to empower the team.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering field related to water resources with 15+ years of experience in water resources engineering.
• Demonstrated experience interfacing with clients and successfully leading or participating in watershed master planning/drainage basin design plans, and floodplain studies and water supply planning.
• Strong understanding of project financials with a proven track record of successfully completing tasks and projects that are on time and on budget while meeting or exceeding client expectations.
• Work within multi-discipline projects with the ability to multi-task and effectively manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills with ability to work remotely and collaboratively with clients and project team members.
• Ability to travel as required for project/client responsibilities and business development.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience pursuing and winning water resources projects through the competitive RFP/Q process.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Minnesota or ability to obtain in 6 months.
• Demonstrated experience using SWMM software for urban stormwater management analysis and HEC-RAS for floodplain analysis.
• Basic proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and ArcGIS software.

Physical Qualifications

• Ability to walk up to 3-miles on uneven terrain.
• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Occasionally climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist.
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull light to moderate amounts of weight.
• May require lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds, with rare lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• May be required to wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to, flame resistant clothing, hard hat, and protective footwear.
• May require occasional evenings and weekends with overtime expectations varying with workload.
• May be required to travel to off-site locations including occasional overnight stays out of town.

Elevate Your Career with AE2S – Award-Winning Culture and Unmatched Benefits

• Great Culture and Spirit where Creativity is Fostered
• Significant Opportunities to Grow and Advance
• 100-percent Employee Owned
• Core Values which Speak to the Heart of AE2S and its Employees
• Large, Diverse, and Challenging Projects with the Latest Technology
• Family-Friendly with Flexibility and Work-Life Balance

• 100-percent paid Family Health Insurance
• 100-percent paid Employee Dental, Short- & Long-Term Disability, and Vision Insurance
• Discretionary Bonus Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Credits for Past Experience
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Program

AE2S is an Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action Employer