Program Manager - Public Works (Water Resources)

About the role

We are seeking a Water/Wastewater Program Manager to join our Red River Area Public Works Team. The ideal candidate will thrive as a vital part of a solutions-focused and collaborative water team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in technical, cost, and scheduling decisions, ensuring company quality standards, and driving customer value.
• Successfully manage projects for water and/or wastewater clients both new and long-term, supported by talented project teams of engineers, scientists, and planners to deliver a full range of water-related engineering services.
• Nurture and grow client relationships and contracts that include complex, multi-disciplinary projects in planning, design, and construction.
• Participate in technical/project scoping activities and proposal presentations with targeted clients.
• Mentor the technical development of staff and grow the team.
• Manage projects, present at technical conferences, and engage in technical committees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
• 8+ years of related experience in water and wastewater facilities engineering.
• Strong knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes, hydraulic design, and infrastructure.
• Proficient in engineering design and modeling software, such as AutoCAD, WaterCAD, or similar.
• Experience with project management, including planning, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and presentation abilities, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capabilities.