Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Mary Dickson; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Dickson is looking for a Water/Wastewater Project Manager in Newark, DE. The successful candidate will oversee project objectives including scope, schedule, and budget management.

This position requires a Bachelor's in engineering, Professional Engineer License, and 10 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication skills are essential. Join a dynamic team and contribute to impactful projects in the water sector.

Qualifications

• 10 years' experience in Water/Wastewater project design and management.

Responsibilities

• Deliver all project objectives including scope, schedule, and budget.
• Monitor schedules, budgets, and manpower requirements.
• Develop and coordinate project management plans.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Strong Communication Skills

Strong Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited engineering program

Professional Engineer License

Job description

Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Newark, DE

ID: 25466 | Full-Time / Regular

Position Summary

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering all project objectives for assigned projects including scope, schedule and budget.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Monitors schedules, budgets, accounts receivable and manpower requirements and prepares invoices.
• Develops Project Management plans for assigned projects.
• Establishes project pricing and budgets.
• Creates and maintains project schedules.
• Develops and maintains project‑specific quality plans.
• Develops and coordinates project scope.
• Manages subconsultants.
• Participates in client presentations.
• Oversees and manages assigned staff working on the project.
• Manages all technical resources on the project team.
• Development of extra work order requests and open‑end contract task proposals.
• Coordinating and assisting Section Heads, Office Managers and Practice Leaders with marketing proposals.
• Providing coaching and mentorship to the project team through one‑on‑one check‑in meetings and various project debriefs to acknowledge achievements, identify areas for improvement, and share lessons learned.
• Leads and manages team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meetings, coaching) that supports the growth and development of teams.

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong Communication Skills.
• Strong Presentation Skills.
• Bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited engineering program.
• Professional Engineer License.
• 10 years' experience in Water/Wastewater project design and management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Preferred Experience

• CAPM or PMP certification.
• Experience working with local clients at the county and state level.
• Project management and business development experience.
• Experience with multiple project delivery methods (Design‑Bid‑Build, Design‑Build, P3).
• Experience managing multidiscipline project teams.

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment. Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.