Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
About the role
Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Project Manager/Local Service Lead in Scottsdale, Arizona to drive and grow our water/wastewater engineering practice. This leadership role involves strategic planning, team development, innovation, and collaboration to enhance our market presence and technical excellence.
Requirements
Partner with leadership to develop and implement a comprehensive strategic plan focused on short- and long-term growth
Lead service-specific proposal efforts, providing technical expertise and driving innovation in our project approaches
Stay ahead of industry trends, leveraging this insight to enhance our service offerings and project delivery methods
Implement and uphold high standards for our work products, from design standards to project reports, ensuring quality and consistency across the board
Represent clients and the firm in meetings with governmental agencies
Build relationships internally and externally with clients and strategic partners
Negotiate contract terms and conditions
Manage the design and delivery of projects in a profitable manner
Supervise the work of engineers and/or technical support personnel assigned to the project
Develop project work plans and budget projections and effectively deploy resources
Review, interpret, and act upon business metrics, including utilization, backlog, work in process, and accounts receivable
Prepare, maintain, and coordinate schedules of multiple concurrent projects
Develop and track milestones to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery
Implement and maintain QA/QC procedures
Participate in contract bidding, provide limited observation during construction, review submittals and RFIs
Resolve design conflicts and field construction issues
Grow, mentor and train staff
Qualifications
BS in Civil Engineering
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Arizona (or capable of obtaining within 6 months)
10+ years or progressive experience in design, management, and business development
6+ years of experience in water/wastewater engineering
Skills
Leader with experience in project management, team building, and technical leadership
Ready to guide our team with strategic insight and a commitment to excellence
Develop and implement marketing strategies, building client relationships
Exceptional communication skills, capable of engaging effectively at all organizational levels
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
A deep understanding of the water/wastewater consulting business
Proven track record in operations, business development, and technical project management within the water/wastewater or related sectors
Ability to travel as needed to project sites and other Westwood offices nationwide
Benefits
At Westwood, we provide a competitive benefits package that includes:
Health insurance
Retirement plans
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities
Employee wellness programs
Pay
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Schedule
The schedule is flexible to accommodate project needs and client requirements.