Project Manager (Water Focused)

Harris' Civil Design team delivers innovative, cost-effective engineering solutions that endure. We partner with public agencies to design infrastructure that supports communities' evolving needs, including roadways, water, wastewater, and stormwater systems, complete streets, and emergency repair services. Harris is looking for a driven professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and wants work that makes a difference.

About the role

We are seeking a Project Manager to join our Engineering Services team. This role involves oversight of multiple water, sewer, and/or stormwater capital infrastructure projects, with a focus on Harris pump station and pipeline projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead design team(s) and oversee the development and delivery of capital infrastructure project plans and specifications.
• Develop technical proposals and fee estimates for potential opportunities with key or strategic clients.
• Manage and lead key tasks and the full range of the project management cycle for small to mid-sized projects with moderate complexity/risk, requiring moderate levels of functional integration and involving multiple disciplines.
• Direct, complete, and ensure the financial success of projects.
• Develop budgets and scope for projects with limited guidance.
• Facilitate discussions and negotiations to drive consensus, resolve conflicts, and address contract issues.
• Participate in proposals, pursuits, preparation of schedules, and cost estimates for opportunities within the discipline.
• Independently delegate and coordinate the work of engineers throughout a project's development.
• Coordinate with marketing and technical leadership for business development.
• Monitor and control financial aspects of projects, adjusting work effort to ensure completion within the agreed scope, schedule, and budget.
• Some travel may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
• CA Professional Engineer license required or in process of receiving.
• Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience with at least 3 years in project management.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• Experience with water, sewer, and/or stormwater projects is required; pipeline and pump station experience preferred.
• Strong client and project management skills, with knowledge of engineering business and management principles.
• Demonstrated leadership, time management, and excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to balance priorities among multiple projects and mentor design and project engineers.
• Dedicated to Harris & Associates' Vision, Purpose, and Shared Values.
• Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm is required, with preference for experience with public agency clients.

Pay

The annual salary range for this position is $120,000–$178,000. Actual pay will depend on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan).
• 401K match.
• Paid time off (PTO), 8 paid holidays, plus a "WorkAversary" paid holiday.
• Health & Well-Being Allowance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible hybrid/remote work plans.
• Paid leave programs, including maternity, parental, and family medical leave.