Assistant Project Manager - Water Practice

Summary

The Assistant Project Manager will contribute to water and wastewater project development and execution as part of a rapidly growing practice area within STV. Office locations include New York City, White Plains, NY, Lawrenceville, NJ, or Philadelphia, PA.

About the Role

Independently performs engineering assignments with clear and specified objectives, covering engineering studies, design, and engineering services during construction services. Candidate will work closely with various project managers assisting in project work planning, meetings and communications, and status monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Designs pumping and conveyance facilities, and treatment plant improvements with limited supervisory assistance.
• Performs design calculations, prepares equipment or material specifications, and provides direction to drafting personnel.
• Sets up workflows, communicates with design disciplines, and monitors project schedule and budgets.
• Manages multiple work assignments and prioritizes tasks with supervisory assistance.
• Communicates with facility operations personnel to understand their needs during studies and design.
• Determines additional information needed to advance studies and designs and coordinates obtaining this information.
• Prepares draft memos and engineering reports, addresses review comments from team members and client, and recognizes discrepancies in results.
• Provides well-justified recommendations based on engineering alternatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Environmental, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Certified Engineer in Training is required.
• Master’s degree a plus.
• 5 years or more of experience in detailed planning and design of water and wastewater facilities including pump stations, water treatment facilities, and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Background in hydraulics and pumping systems design.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships.
• Familiar working with and providing input to designers using AutoCAD for 2-D and 3-D detailed design of water or wastewater facilities.
• Familiarity with NYC or Philadelphia Metro area clients.

Qualifications

• Must be able to manage multiple work assignments and prioritize work with supervisory assistance.

Skills

• Project management.
• Client interface and business development.
• AutoCAD proficiency for 2-D and 3-D detailed design of water or wastewater facilities.
• Understanding of NYC or Philadelphia Metro area clients.

Benefits

STV offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, 401(k) plan, retirement counseling, employee assistance program, paid time off, paid holidays, back-up dependent care, parental leave, continuing education program, professional licensure and society memberships.