Wastewater Treatment Project Manager in Portsmouth, New Hampshire at Weston & Sampson Engineers Inc

Responsibilities

Weston & Sampson is seeking a Project Manager with 7+ years of treatment experience in one of our New Hampshire or Massachusetts offices. This position will lead a team of wastewater engineers on the planning, design, and construction administration of infrastructure projects that will include wastewater projects for private, public-sector and federal clients. The Project Manager has a unique opportunity to assist with ongoing or new alternative project delivery methods. Support of ongoing wastewater treatment, large scale desalination, and climate resiliency projects are just a few exciting opportunities awaiting you in our Wastewater Team.

Qualifications

What you’ll do:

• Supervise and lead project teams in the development of engineering reports, studies, and designs, utilizing recognized industry standards and regulatory-compliant approaches
• Supervise and lead project teams in the field evaluation and assessment of existing wastewater facilities and infrastructure, including collection systems, pumping stations, and treatment facilities
• Assess opportunities and define project scope, schedule, and fee, as well as determine work procedures and staffing and subconsultant assignments
• Support the procurement of construction services, including support and evaluation of public bidding, contract execution, and construction administration
• Supervise, train, and mentor engineering and non-technical support staff
• Pursue new work opportunities through established client relationships, market sector awareness, and competitive pursuits, including participation in proposal development and interviews / presentations
• Participate in professional organizations and technical committees

What you will bring:

• BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• New Hampshire, Maine, or Massachusetts PE license or ability to obtain within six months
• 7+ years of relevant experience working with municipal and private clients in engineering or project management roles, including:
  • Evaluation, study, and design of municipal wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, and collection/conveyance systems
  • A high degree of treatment process and pump sizing/hydraulics knowledge
  • Understanding of typical project funding mechanisms, local government budgeting and procurement processes, and federal, state, and local regulations
  • Site and stormwater design of development projects
  • Familiarity with the permitting process on the federal, state, and local level.
• Demonstrated experience with:
  • Managing technical and support staff on multiple concurrent projects
  • Working as direct client manager
  • Preparation of engineering and construction cost estimates
  • Adhering to project budgets, tracking financial performance, and managing invoicing
  • Preparing competitive proposals and leading interview teams
• Cost estimating experience
• Have strong communication skills (oral and written) and be able to remain organized with multiple concurrent projects and deadlines
• Adept at interpersonal relationship skills, conflict resolution, team leadership, and presentations and ability to work collaboratively
• Active member of relevant industry associations
• Possessing high ethical standards, committed to producing high quality deliverables, and a commitment to teamwork, respect, and integrity