Senior Project Manager

TITLE: PROJECT MANAGER / SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER DEPARTMENT: ENGINEERING – WATER UTILITY INFRASTRUCTURE LOCATION: AKRON, OH EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FULL-TIME COMPENSATION: $100K – $145K (COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE) + BONUS + BENEFITS OVERVIEW Our client is seeking a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager to lead utility infrastructure projects from planning through delivery. This role supports a wide range of water, wastewater, and stormwater initiatives, with responsibilities scaled based on experience. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, engage directly with clients, and play a key role in delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions that serve communities. Senior-level candidates will take on broader leadership, mentoring, and strategic responsibilities.. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Manage and deliver utility infrastructure projects, including drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater systems. • Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and proposals. • Coordinate with clients, subconsultants, regulatory agencies, and internal teams. • Monitor project performance, including budget, schedule, quality, and risk. • Ensure QA/QC compliance for all project deliverables and documentation. • Track labor utilization, revenue forecasting, billing, and documentation. • Serve as the firm’s representative at client meetings, public hearings, and presentations. • More senior PMs will also • Conduct site visits and construction observations as needed. • Lead multiple utility infrastructure projects from concept to completion, ensuring schedule, budget, and quality targets are met. • Mentor engineers and project managers, providing technical guidance and career development support. Oversee proposals, contracts, fee justifications, and budget forecasting. QUALIFICATIONS • Registered Professional Engineer (PE). • Proven track record managing drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater projects. • Experience range: • Project Manager: 7+ years of relevant experience • Senior Project Manager: 10+ years of relevant experience • Experience delivering projects on time, within budget, and meeting quality standards. • Knowledge of utility design standards, regulations, and construction practices. • Excellent communication, leadership, and client management skills. WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE • Take ownership of meaningful infrastructure projects. • Collaborate with a dynamic team while gaining mentorship from senior leaders. • Competitive benefits and career advancement opportunities.