- Tetra Tech is seeking a Water Senior Project Manager to join our Michigan team. This position will provide technical, project management, and staff leadership for a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects, primarily focused on the planning and design of water and civil engineering improvements.
The successful candidate will be an experienced engineer and project leader who can manage multiple priorities, organize project teams and schedules, monitor budgets, meet deadlines, and develop strong client relationships.
The ideal candidate will be a collaborative, technically strong professional with experience managing water and civil engineering projects, developing client relationships, supporting business development, and leading multidisciplinary teams. Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and financial management skills are essential.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead and manage projects from conceptual planning through final design, including plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
- Provide technical direction, project management, and staff leadership for water and civil infrastructure projects.
- Collaborate with regional and local leadership to identify and develop business opportunities, including opportunities with other Tetra Tech business units.
- Prepare proposals, support pursuit strategies, secure new work, and assist with staff recruitment.
- Maintain and strengthen existing client relationships while developing new clients and project opportunities.
- Support business development initiatives and technical proposal preparation.
- Ensure technical accuracy, compliance with standard engineering practices, and appropriate documentation for reports and design deliverables.
- Evaluate alternatives, resolve technical challenges, and coordinate effectively with other engineering disciplines.
- Provide construction support services, including interpreting specifications and drawings, recommending and documenting design modifications, and coordinating with the design team.
- Independently assess engineering problems, develop practical solutions, and communicate recommendations to discipline leads.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute work safely, efficiently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with applicable requirements.
- Meet project financial objectives related to profitability, utilization, budgets, and schedules.
- Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to engineering and project staff.
Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related engineering degree.
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
- 10+ years of related experience.
- Experience in technical project execution and in writing and pricing scopes of work for proposals.
- Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
- This position could require periodic travel - approximately 15% or more.
