Water/Wastewater - Transmission and Utilities Project Manager

Freese and Nichols; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Transmission and Utilities Project Manager to lead water infrastructure projects in Georgia. This role involves overseeing project management and technical oversight for various water/sewer distribution systems and pump station projects. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in water/wastewater engineering, strong leadership capabilities, and excellent communication skills. Join a company that values meaningful contributions to the community and offers a supportive environment for professional growth and development. Be part of a team dedicated to enhancing infrastructure and making a positive impact.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Matching

Paid Overtime for Salaried Employees

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in water/wastewater engineering and project management.
• Georgia PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Manage water/sewer distribution and pump station projects.
• Plan and monitor projects using earned value management principles.
• Supervise multi-discipline teams and maintain client communication.

Skills

Project Management

Water/Wastewater Engineering

Communication Skills

Leadership

Technical Proficiency in Hydraulics

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Freese and Nichols is currently searching for a Transmission and Utilities Project Manager for water infrastructure projects in Atlanta, Duluth or Columbus, Georgia office. Typical projects include project management and technical oversight for studies, design, and construction phase services for water/sewer distribution/collection system piping and pump station projects.

Responsibilities

• Serve as project manager for water/sewer distribution/collection system piping, pump stations, and treatment plant projects.

• Plan, execute, monitor, control and close projects using earned value management principles.

• Provide supervision of multi-discipline teams of engineers, engineering technicians, GIS analysts, designers, CAD staff, sub-consultants, etc. Coordinate assigned work to ensure continuity, consistency, and quality.

• Design and review calculations of others and seal drawings and reports.

• Ability to work independently and mentor junior staff.

• Maintain effective communication with clients, client’s staff, regulatory agencies, and within project teams.

• Participate in business development activities including engineering scope and fee preparation, proposal preparation, and marketing activities. Also, interaction and a commitment to client service for both internal and external clients.

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience in water/wastewater engineering and project management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).

• Georgia Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to become registered within 6 months.

• Demonstrated technical proficiency in hydraulics, industry standards, etc.

• Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a project team and oversee excellent quality of work.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

At Freese and Nichols, everyone on our team gets to make a meaningful difference in our communities. For almost 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our society needs: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more. We’ve built our business on long-term relationships with clients and employees alike, resulting in financial stability, career opportunities, and a nationally recognized workplace culture.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) matching, paid overtime for salaried employees, tuition reimbursement, and much more. Our unique culture creates an environment for professional growth where we focus on caring for our clients, coworkers, and the communities where we work. Join our team of 1,000 employees as we continue to expand our services throughout the United States. Learn more about working here at freese.com/careers.

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

We recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we strive to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. As a Federal Contractor, Freese and Nichols is an equal employment, affirmative action employer.