Project Manager - Drinking Water / Wastewater - OH

Job Description PROJECT MANAGER DRINKING WATER/WASTEWATER SERVICE LINE OHIO Position Summary Spicer Group is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Project Manager who is a licensed Professional Engineer to join our Drinking Water/Wastewater Service Line. This position manages small- to medium-sized municipal projects, including drinking water treatment and wastewater treatment projects, and more. At Spicer Group, Project Managers are responsible for preparation of proposals, budgeting, scheduling, directing team members, prioritizing projects, and communicating within the team to deliver quality work to our clients on time and on budget. The Company Spicer Group is a multi-disciplinary engineering, surveying, and planning company. With offices in Ohio, Michigan, and Georgia, Spicer Group continues to expand its geographic footprint. We are committed to providing our teams with technical support throughout these offices to continually build upon our success year after year. Spicer Group was given the prestigious 2026 Circle of Excellence Platinum Award, recognized by PSMJ. Spicer Group prides itself on our core values of commitment to growth, great client relationships, excellent services and solutions, maintaining a team environment, and having integrity in all we do. We are seeking a candidate who will strive to uphold these values. Spicer Group, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our respect and commitment for our employees, their contributions, professional goals, and personal goals. This includes, but is not limited to: Competitive PayHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options401(k)-match programPaid HolidaysSick and Vacation DaysProfit SharingTuition ReimbursementProfessional DevelopmentExcellent Working ConditionsWork-Life BalanceFitness Reimbursement Key Responsibilities Preparation of proposals on projects with subsequent project management responsibilities including budgeting, scheduling, directing employees, prioritizing multiple projects and deadlines, and communicating with superiors and clients on small to medium-size projectsProject management for small- to medium-size projects including proposals, scheduling, budgeting, resource management, and team member coordinationDesign of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for projectsQuality control of all work products prepared under his/her directionReport writing and report production as well as oversight of report writing and production by employeesCoordinates and communicates with team members, clients, contractors, and outside consultantsMakes recommendations for additions, deletions, or substitutions when necessaryMakes periodic visits to construction sites as appropriate to review conditionsAttendance at project meetings, public hearings, and gives presentations when required at interviews, meetings, events, etc. Maintains a current knowledge base for the work being performed including reading professional publications and occasionally attending professional meetings and seminarsExercises judgement in the independent evaluation, selection, substantial adaptation, and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteriaResponsible for conceptualizing the initial design approach for large projects and/or multiple small projectsPlans, schedules, conducts, or coordinates engineering work involving conventional engineering practices and may include a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirementsSupervision of less experienced engineers, technical, or administrative support personnelTechnically involved in the resolution of design problems that may include performing field investigations or inspections, detailed design work and detailed checking of design computations performed by others, or general coordination of specific design aspects into a projectPerforms business development and marketing responsibilities such as proposal presentation, client contacts and development, presentations, and attends client-related functions Physical presence is an essential function of this job. The list of specific duties and responsibilities is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility does not preclude assigning duties not listed herein if such duties and responsibilities are a logical assignment to the position. Position Requirements Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related field, or a demonstrated history of successfully completing project management-related work within the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industryRegistration as a professional engineer or working to obtain licensure, or progressive project management work experienceUnderstanding of the project life cycle in the AEC industryFamiliarity with project scheduling, budgeting, and documentationAbility to communicate clearly with internal teams and clientsAbility to lead and develop a team of engineers and techniciansStrong organizational skills; ability to track multiple projectsStrong written and verbal communication skillsCapable of multitasking across different project tasks and deadlines Preferred Qualifications 7+ years of experience in drinking water and/or wastewater engineering, including design, construction, and environmental design, as well as all aspects of project development, including budgeting and administrative issues with a projectUnderstanding of treatment processes (drinking water treatment and wastewater treatment)Proficiency with hydraulic and process modeling software (WaterCAD/WaterGEMS/SewerCAD, or similar)Experience with design software including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS FOR MORE INFORMATION For more information regarding our firm and/or this position, please visit the Spicer Group website at www.spicergroup.com. 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