Senior Project Manager

Designworks Talent

$100K — $145K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Registered Professional Engineer (PE) certification required.
  • At least 7 years of relevant experience for Project Manager role.
  • Minimum 10 years of relevant experience for Senior Project Manager role.
  • Demonstrated success in managing water, wastewater, and stormwater projects.
  • Strong understanding of utility design standards and construction practices.
  • Excellent communication and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Manage utility infrastructure projects from planning to delivery.
  • Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and proposals.
  • Coordinate with clients, subconsultants, and regulatory agencies.
  • Monitor project performance across budget, schedule, and quality metrics.
  • Ensure compliance with QA/QC for all deliverables.
  • Track labor utilization and forecast project revenue and billing.
  • Represent the firm at client meetings and public presentations.
  • Conduct site visits and mentor junior staff for Senior Project Managers.

Benefits

  • Ownership of impactful infrastructure projects.
  • Opportunity for mentorship and collaboration with senior leaders.
  • Access to competitive benefits packages.
  • Potential for career advancement opportunities.
Full Job Description
Title: Project Manager / Senior Project Manager
Department: Engineering - Water Utility Infrastructure
Location: Orlando, FL
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.

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