Water & Wastewater Project Manager

JEO Consulting Group; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary engineering firm is seeking a Water & Wastewater Project Manager to lead and manage complex projects primarily for municipal clients. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, a PE license, and at least 6 years of experience in relevant projects. The role emphasizes strong client relationships and successful project delivery, along with a robust benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

401K matching

Wellness incentives

Annual bonus program

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience working on water/wastewater projects, funding agencies, and regulatory agencies.
• 10+ years' experience working on relevant projects (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Facilitate development, direction, and completion of complex water and wastewater projects.
• Directly manage a project team and have responsibility for meeting client expectations.
• Prepare and manage budgets, bids, contracts, and communication plans.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or biological systems engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Water & Wastewater Project Manager

Ankeny, IA; Lincoln, Omaha, NE: Lawrence, Topeka, Wichita, KS

JEO is not your typical engineering firm. We have a welcoming, fun, and laid-back culture that encourages communication and collaboration where our greatest strength is our team members. If you value great work-life integration and work best in a relaxed, supportive, and inclusive environment, we may be the place where you ARE the best version of yourself. We are a relationship-based company that prioritizes building people and providing opportunities.

With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, JEO has been serving clients since 1937. We are a leading multidisciplinary firm working hard to improve the communities in which we live, work and play. Join us at JEO and become part of our team that blends expertise, fun and passion for serving each other and our communities. Together, we can make a difference while building a rewarding career!

Job Summary

The Water/Wastewater Project Manager is supported by a department of professionals to take the lead on implementing projects primarily with municipalities for their water and wastewater needs. You will consult with municipal clients to produce positive results and understand how to leverage a variety of project funding sources. Project types include but are not limited to water main improvements, wells, water towers, water treatment facilities, wastewater lift stations, sewer mains, and wastewater treatment facilities. The Project Manager is supported by a department of professionals to take the lead on managing successful projects that meet or exceed client expectations while meeting JEO’s financial goals.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Facilitate development, direction, and completion of complex water and wastewater projects.
• Directly manage a project team and have responsibility for meeting client expectations.
• Prepare and manage budgets, bids, contracts, funding requests and communication plans.
• Manage a diverse portfolio of project types.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or biological systems engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 6+ years’ experience working on water/wastewater projects, funding agencies, and regulatory agencies

Preferred Qualification

• 10+ years' experience working on relevant projects

JEO offers a robust benefits package designed to support and protect our employees and their loved ones, including competitive salaries, insurance options, vacation/sick/flex time, 401K matching, wellness incentives, comprehensive career development support, an annual bonus program, and participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

JEO is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to providing a fair and inclusive workplace for all employees.