Project Manager, Water

Apex Companies is a fast-growing engineering and environmental consulting firm recognized for its exceptional service and project excellence. They are seeking a Water Project Manager for their Northeast Division to provide technical leadership on water system design-related projects throughout New England, including treatment plants and water distribution systems.

Responsibilities:

• Manages project implementation with assigned project team and follows all company policies and operating procedures. This includes keeping the client informed of the on-going status of a project and providing adequate management, advice, and support to the members of the project team
• Initiates projects by developing proposals/scopes of work and project budgets for approval by the Principal. For assigned projects, completes project initiation documents that includes detailed scope/outline, budget, and schedule for completion
• Supervises and directs individuals or teams of technical staff on projects and assists in the training and technical development of staff by holding training seminars, providing technical guidance during project execution, and bringing new technical developments in-house
• Consults with other technical staff and Project Managers on technical challenges in the drinking water discipline while also providing independent technical reviews on projects for other water discipline leaders
• Oversees the technical accuracy of project through regular communications with project staff, review of plans, specifications, reports, and calculations to ensure compliance with the firm's standards
• Tracks all projects costs, including labor and expenses, versus the project, and ensures that invoices are issued to the client in a timely manner in accordance with company policy
• Other tasks may include proposal preparation, participating in project interviews, attending public meetings, developing fee proposals, preparing contracts and presenting information to new and future potential clients

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering and 9+ years of related experience with increasing responsibility, or a master's degree in a relevant field with 8+ years of related experience
• Registered Professional Engineer or other Professional Registrations as appropriate for their primary field of expertise in State(s) where Apex does work or ability to obtain same by reciprocity
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with clients, staff, subconsultants and contractors through effective leadership, and demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
• Strong understanding of state and federal regulatory framework and experience interacting with regulators in the local and technical areas where Apex does work
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and a strong desire to manage and mentor junior staff
• Valid driver's license is required