Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager - Colliers Engineering & Design

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager in Rhode Island or Connecticut who can provide client management and engineering of water and wastewater projects. There will also be a requirement to manage, direct, and supervise the work efforts of assigned staff and coordinate the technical and managerial direction provided by Management regarding scope, schedule, quality and budget of projects. This position also requires that ability to manage clients and the ability to develop new business.

Water and wastewater management presents unique challenges from environmental, health and economic issues, to regulatory concerns. Our water management experts comprehend these complexities and apply their expertise in all areas of feasibility, design and master planning taking into consideration the value of water as a precious natural resource. Our qualified professionals develop creative and effective solutions for any water management project and are dedicated to ensuring that communities are provided with safe, consistent, water and wastewater distribution, collection, and treatment.

We employ the latest technological advances and regulatory updates that are essential for proper ongoing water management and paramount to the successful daily management, future growth, and overall wellbeing of our surrounding communities.

• Prepare effective work plans, schedules and man-hour budgets for approval by Department Manager
• Perform client management duties and also participate in business development efforts
• Monitor time schedules and capital cost budgets on projects to satisfy the client as well as control work and productivity
• Responsible for the quality control/quality assurance process for assigned water and wastewater design projects
• Oversee the work and productivity on assigned projects
• Strive to achieve predetermined goals for profit, productivity targets, and schedule of deliverables
• Develop, coordinate, and execute engineering methods for water and wastewater designs
• Regular contact with professional engineering consultants, governmental agencies, involved communities and contractors in connection with the planning, design, and permitting of water and wastewater projects
• Preparation of engineering calculations, design plans, specifications, technical papers, and permit applications for water and wastewater type projects including pipe, pumping, and treatment facilities
• Develops and reviews construction documents and specifications
• Review of utility connection applications for municipal and utility authority clients

• Bachelor of Science degree in environmental engineering, or civil engineering
• PE license is required
• 10+ years of experience in the civil/environmental engineering field with concentration in water/wastewater design

• Familiarity with Local, State, and Federal Water / Wastewater funding programs
• Experience with AutoCAD is desired
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage clients and develop new business
• Strong design experience with water and wastewater projects/systems
• Extensive knowledge in permitting requirements and processes for water / wastewater collection and treatment projects
• Ability to build a talented team of water /wastewater professionals that are experts in their field

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!