Project Manager - Water

About the role

Garver is seeking an experienced water industry professional as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager for our growing Kansas/Missouri portfolio in our Overland Park or Kansas City office. With the full support of a century-old engineering consulting firm that is rapidly growing in the water market, you will help develop and pursue diverse and custom water and wastewater projects, build and maintain outstanding client relationships, be active in industry activities and events, and learn and mentor as part of a growing full-services team.

The Project Manager will assist the Kansas Regional Team Leader in managing and mentoring internal staff, coordinating schedules, monitoring budgets, and ensuring the delivery of quality products that adhere to Garver standardization. This role includes participation in client meetings and industry conferences on behalf of Garver and the Water Business Line.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage a variety of projects related to:
  • Water conveyance and distribution, including pump stations and storage facilities
  • Wastewater conveyance and collection, including lift stations and force mains
  • Pipeline inspection and rehabilitation
  • Water, Wastewater, and Reuse master planning
  • Water, Wastewater, and Reuse treatment facilities and infrastructure
• Coordinate with other support disciplines and regulating agencies
• Perform quality assurance and quality control
• Manage scope, budget, and schedule for a team of project engineers, design engineers, and CAD Technicians
• Develop detailed project instructions, scope of work, level of effort, and associated man-hour estimates
• Oversee time management and work product quality
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project accounting
• Conduct written and oral project reporting for clients and Team Leader(s)
• Prepare and deliver Quality Assurance and Quality Control Plans
• Manage construction engineering administration for local projects
• Periodic travel as needed for projects, conferences, marketing, and other duties

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in civil or environmental engineering from an ABET accredited program
• 5+ years of similar technical project management experience
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (PE)

Preferred Qualifications

• Passionate about client service and the water industry
• Strong work ethic and communication skills
• Master’s Degree in civil or environmental engineering from an ABET accredited program

Benefits

• Company-paid professional memberships
• Company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities
• Highly competitive salary packages
• Attractive benefits
• Comprehensive wellness program

Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm with more than 1,400 employees, providing exceptional client service and a people-first culture.