Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Essential Functions of the Job:Responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to:Must be able to manage multiple design consultants to complete detailed and permitted construction plansMust be able work in a client office environmentDuring project startup, understand the client critical success factors and prepare an effective project management planResponsible for project administration in the Ajera project management system (including accurately placing the project setup information)Responsible for making sure that all team members understand their role on the project, the task/s that need to be accomplished, along with the schedule and budget for the tasksBe available to team members to clarify any issue. If uncertain, consult with the principal in charge for guidanceDuring project execution, monitor progress of the scope, budget, schedule, and quality/performance. Implement corrective actions, as appropriate. Project financials need to be reviewed on a weekly basisConduct monthly project reviews with the project client and/or principal in charge, and seek periodic guidanceProvide project team leadership and be accountable for technical, financial and schedule delivery excellenceResponsible for delivering service to the client and for client relationsResponsible and accountable for all aspects of the project from initiation through closeoutResponsible for risk management and proactive change managementResponsible for prompt invoicing and collectionDevelop, where appropriate, innovative solutions to add value to our clients that differentiates the engineering firm from competitorsResponsible for marketing existing clients through project performance, expanding the scope of existing contracts and identifying new project opportunitiesCore Competencies:In addition to the position's skills, education, and experience requirements, the following competencies are considered foundational to understanding performance, now and in the future:Communication ProficiencyOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementTechnical CapacityCustomer/Client FocusMinimum Requirements:The Ideal Candidate shall possess the following Minimum Qualifications:Proven experience managing multiples design consultantsProven experience in the design/construction of Civil Engineering Projects (facilities (vertical), utilities, land development, transportation)Strong supervisory and leadership skillsRelevant technical expertiseExcellent interpersonal and customer service skillsExcellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlinesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriateStrong project management skillsEducation and Experience Requirements:Bachelor's degree or better in Civil Engineering or related field requiredProfessional Engineer (South Carolina), or availability to obtain license within 6 monthsAt least fifteen (15) years of experiencePhysical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. These are as follows:Typical office environment which includes sitting, walking, hearing, reading, writing, keyboarding, driving, filing reaching, crouching, bending, standing for extended periods of time, lifting, or carrying up to twenty (20) poundsAbility to balance on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces; make rational decisions; express ideas through speaking accurately/loudly/quickly; walk from one work site to anotherAbility to exert up to twenty (20) pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to ten (10) pounds of force to move objectsWhy Ardurra?While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We're not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates.

Created: 2025-01-09