Process Project Manager - Grand Rapids, MI (hybrid, up to 2 days/week remote)DISHER is partnering with a highly respected, growth-oriented civil and environmental engineering firm to identify a
Process Project Manager - Water/Wastewater to join their team in Grand Rapids, MI. This individual will lead the full lifecycle of water and wastewater treatment projects - from studies and planning through design, permitting, and construction - while driving technical excellence, client satisfaction, and the development of younger engineers.
What you'll get to do:- Lead and manage water and wastewater treatment projects, including studies, preliminary and final design, permitting, and construction administration/oversight.
>- Assemble and direct project teams; plan, coordinate, and monitor day-to-day activities to achieve technical, schedule, and financial goals.
>- Develop scopes of work, fee estimates, and project execution plans.
>- Work directly with clients to identify needs, define projects, and prepare winning proposals.
>- Monitor and control project budgets and schedules; track progress and proactively address variances.
>- Coach and mentor junior staff, supporting their technical growth and career development.
>- Build and maintain long-term client relationships through responsive, high-quality service.
>- Collaborate with the group manager and fellow project managers to build backlog and maintain a steady, well-planned workflow.
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What will make you successful:- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
>- 10+ years of related experience in water and/or wastewater treatment projects (study, planning, design, construction administration, and project management).
>- Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain within one year.
>- Proven experience managing projects: scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
>- Demonstrated success in client management, relationship building, and proposal preparation.
>- Experience coordinating with funding agencies and navigating project permitting.
>- Familiarity with municipal, township, and county government practices and regulations.
>- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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