Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Precision Recruiters; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Project Leader in Austin, TX, to join their dynamic Public Works Department. This role involves overseeing engineering and project management tasks related to water and wastewater systems, ensuring quality and financial aspects of projects are met. The successful candidate will lead teams, mentor engineers, and foster client relationships. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including health care, 401(k) matching, and flexible work arrangements, making it an attractive opportunity for those looking to make an impact in civil engineering.

Benefits

Comprehensive health care

Generous 401(k) match

Career mapping/mentorship

Flexible Fridays

Competitive time away from work programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field is required.
• Registered PE in Texas or ability to acquire within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering and project management on civil projects.
• Oversee multiple engineers and project teams.
• Serve as point of contact for clients and manage relationships.

Skills

Project Management

Verbal Communication

Non-verbal Communication

Public Works Experience

Municipal Services Experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Registered PE in Texas

Job description

Job Details

Description

Our client is seeking a Project Leader for the Public Works Department in one of our Austin, TX offices.

Our client, a nationwide civil engineering consulting firm that provides services in land/site development, public works, transportation, planning, landscape architecture, construction management, survey, and environmental services for public and private clients. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package to include outstanding health care, generous 401(k) match, career mapping/mentorship, and highly competitive time away from work programs to include dependent care and flexible Fridays.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field
• Registered PE in Texas required or can be acquired through reciprocity within 6 months of hire
• Experience working in public works and/or municipal services projects
• Previous project management (or right hand to PM) experience in water/wastewater, pipelines, lift stations, and pump stations
• Comfortable with verbal and non-verbal (electronic) communication to clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders

Responsibilities:

• Perform engineering and project management work on a variety of civil engineering projects related to water and wastewater systems including modeling, pipeline, lift stations and pump station facilities
• Oversee the performance of multiple engineers and their teams
• Perform, coordinate and oversee the completion of various engineering tasks by technical staff and subconsultants
• Lead project teams on simultaneous assignments
• Supervise and mentor engineers, designers and technicians
• Manage the quality, timeliness, and financial aspects of projects
• Serve as point of contact for clients
• Partner with senior staff in developing and maintaining client relationships
• Lead or support the development of project pursuits, proposals, and interviews

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. They prohibit discrimination and all employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws.