Water/Wastewater Senior Project Manager

STV Incorporated; Texas; On-site; USD 164,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Continuing Education Program

Job summary

STV Incorporated, based in Austin, TX, seeks a Water/Wastewater Senior Project Manager to lead design and construction of water and wastewater facilities. You will manage large projects, oversee staff, ensure safety, and interface with clients to deliver on schedule and budget.

The role requires a PE in Texas and 15+ years of W/WW experience, with strong leadership, communication, and planning skills. Compensation ranges from $164,279 to $187,748, with comprehensive benefits and a focus on

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or another related field.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Texas and minimum 15 years of experience.
• Demonstrable experience in design and construction of W/WW facilities and infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Deliver large and/or multiple projects on time and within budget.
• Provide effective project management to reduce costs and add value.
• Lead design staff and coordinate with internal departments.
• Oversee project safety and interface with clients to meet expectations.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Client development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

STV’s Austin, TX location is seeking a Water/Wastewater Senior Project Manager for our Water Practice Group. You’ll provide the ability to contribute immediately to Water and Wastewater (W/WW) project development and execution of varying sizes as part of a growing office. As a Senior Project Manager, you’ll perform project design engineering, project design staff oversight, quality control, project management, client development, proposal preparation and sales pursuits for W/WW treatment plant and conveyance projects in Texas. You’ll have a strong understanding of principles and theories of water hydraulics, pipeline mechanics and materials, operation and control, and installation means and methods. You’ll be responsible for performing all aspects of W/WW engineering. Familiarity with and/or the ability and desire to use production tools, such as modeling software and computer equipment are a plus.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Delivering large and/or multiple projects on time, within budget and in conformance with the contract documents. Providing effective, skilled project management to help reduce the costs of delivering projects and adding value to the business by applying proven project management techniques. Assist in the execution of existing backlog and assist in the development of new work pursuits. Functions as a team lead for projects including acting as the liaison to internal departments as needed: plan, organize and direct design staff and key field positions. Execution of project designs and oversight of construction. Interface with the client to ensure expectations are identified and carried out. Responsible for project safety when part of our contract responsibility. Participates in corporate initiatives to assist in meeting the company’s goals. Assesses project requirements, while developing and recommending a sound approach or application to meet the needs of the project and client. Ensure that project deliverables satisfy project requirements and schedule. Determine, monitor, and review costs, operational budgets, schedules, and staffing requirements for projects. Manage and enhance project quality by providing ideas and suggestions to the team aimed at improving the effectiveness of their role and of the project activities in general. Establish appropriate metrics for measuring key project criteria. Facilitate the creation of communication plans, ensuring that appropriate information is exchanged among key stakeholders, and conducts status review meetings among project team members and clients. Supervise the work of others when assigned. Perform other incidental and related duties as required.

Here’s What You’ll Need:

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or another related field of study. Registration as a Professional Engineer in the state of Texas and a minimum of 15 years of experience. Demonstrable experience in the design and construction of W/WW facilities and/or infrastructure: planning, design and construction of water and wastewater treatment and conveyance design. Experience working with local municipalities and utility companies. Ability to utilize computer systems as a tool to effectively manage projects. Must be able to demonstrate the following skills: leadership, oral and written communication, planning, teamwork, decision making, judgment and problem solving. Experience with presenting and leading/participating in project meetings. Experience related to directing, coordinating, and supervising staff. Knowledge of scheduling, spreadsheet, document, and database software (such as Microsoft Office package, and/or other related software).

Compensation Range: $164,279.49 - $187,747.98

STV offers the following benefits:

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Back-Up Dependent Care
• Parental Leave
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.

STV is one of the top infrastructure-focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 65 offices and 3,400 employees who reimagine the solutions and structures that connect our communities. The firm is ranked 32nd in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms survey and is 10th in its transportation category. STV is deeply committed to investing in its people and creating a world-class employee experience. We are passionate about mentoring, coaching and cultivating our talent because we know they are destined to become the next generation of industry leaders. We’re also committed to delivering formative career experiences – and we do that by providing challenging and unique work experiences, by mapping multiple ways to advance (beyond the traditional career ladder!) and by recognizing those who successfully chart new and exciting paths for the firm. We value a wide range of perspectives and experiences, without regard to any factor or characteristic, regardless of whether it is a category protected by federal, state and/or local law, making them an integral part of how we work. Our approach ensures that every individual is respected, heard, and given opportunities to contribute meaningfully. We remove barriers and create pathways for growth, embedding fairness into our daily operations. Learn more atstvinc.com. STV exists to make communities better through innovative solutions that connect people, places and the present to the future. Our local teams throughout the country deeply understand the needs of their communities and have the expertise to provide solutions. We are also committed to giving back to our communities and our neighbors through volunteering and philanthropic activities; fundraising events; scholarships, internships, and mentoring; and sustainability and community improvement projects. Learn more.

STV provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.