Project Manager - SWAT (Specialized Work & Advisory Team)

At Rain for Rent®, we move water—every day. As the leading provider of temporary liquid handling solutions, we’re recognized for our systems engineering expertise, cost-effective problem solving, and the high value we deliver to organizations facing critical liquid management challenges. Our experienced teams, supported by skilled engineers, are continually redefining what customers expect from a liquid handling provider. We design innovative equipment and harness cutting-edge technology to meet the demands of the toughest environments.

About the role

As the Project Manager under the SWAT (Specialized Work & Advisory Team) Group, you will coordinate a variety of projects including mechanical flushing and bypass pumping by planning, promoting, developing, and executing turnkey bypass projects. You will also promote capacity training among the branches you perform project management for, with a significant focus on mechanical flushing.

Responsibilities

• Promote safe practices and provide capacity training among branches for which you perform project management services.
• Facilitate successful implementation and completion of turnkey bypass projects, including job walks, estimate reviews, mobilization, installation, maintenance, and removal.
• Coordinate Rain For Rent’s large-scale, technically advanced, and/or environmentally sensitive projects by planning, promoting, developing, and executing turnkey project management solutions for both internal and external customers.
• Ensure correct project documentation and customer relations are met.
• Promote, seek out, and secure new and repeat business opportunities with contractors, municipalities, and industry.
• Communicate marketplace opportunities, status of competition, and new product opportunities to local and regional management.
• Coordinate to ensure Rain for Rent delivers consistent, well-organized, on-time, and under-budget bypass pump projects.
• Represent the company honestly and fairly to maintain good public relations with all customers, competitors, and vendors.
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of all company products, their application, pricing, terms, sales and credit policies, as well as advertising and promotional aids.
• Coordinate and communicate with branch personnel regarding product needs, availability, delivery, and project specifications.
• Prepare written reports and records as required by management.
• Promote cooperation and communication with all Rain for Rent personnel.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise work through planning, scheduling, and reviewing tasks and performance.
• Manage the selection, training, development, and appraisal of personnel.
• Direct work assignments and performance development for subordinate supervisors, depending on the project and site.

Skills

• Core Competencies: Ethical Stewardship, Results Oriented, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Functional Expertise
• Leadership Competencies: Creating and Communicating the Vision, Strategic Thinking, Coaches Direct Reports, Leads Collaboratively, Embraces and Leads Change, Manages Conflict, Holds People Accountable, Financial Acumen

Qualifications

• Safety certifications for job-specific projects and as required by end users.
• OSHA, MSHA, HAZWOPER, and Confined Space training are a plus.

Travel

Heavy to extensive overnight travel up to and over 80% by land and/or air.

Schedule

The typical work hours are 10-12 hour days, varying by project.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Matching 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Competitive base salary
• Nine paid holidays and a generous paid time off (PTO) program
• Tuition reimbursement to support continued education
• Company-sponsored training and career development opportunities
• Additional valuable perks

Rain for Rent is proud to support veterans and has earned the Military Friendly® Employer Gold Designation for 2026.