Water/Wastewater Senior Project Manager

Primary Function

The Water/Wastewater Senior Project Manager will play a crucial and strategic role in leading our water/wastewater engineering staff, supporting, and delivering water infrastructure and treatment projects in the Phoenix, AZ area. Key responsibilities will focus on project execution and delivery, providing exceptional client service, business performance, and leading and mentoring the Phoenix Water/Wastewater team.

Essential Functions of the Job

• Ability to monitor and evaluate the operations of the Phoenix Water/Wastewater team
• Coordinating tasks, motivating team members, fostering positive communication, and resolving conflicts
• Actively involved in monitoring the budget, schedule, and quality of projects within the group
• Successful experience in proposals and scope & fee writing to obtain work
• Providing technical leadership for projects as a mentor to all levels of the team
• Supervising Project Management staff and recruitment of new staff when needed
• Responsible for monthly group level performance to align with overall group objectives/targets for growth and profitability
• Available to team members to mentor junior staff and consult with the Practice Director for guidance
• Responsible for delivering service to the client and for client relations
• Responsible for risk management and proactive change management
• Develop innovative solutions to add value to our clients that differentiate Ardurra from competitors
• Responsible for marketing to existing clients through project performance, expanding the scope of existing contracts, and identifying new project opportunities

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required
• Professional Engineer (PE) License in the state of Arizona
• Minimum of 10 to 15 years of related experience
• Able to guide, direct, and coordinate with multiple professionals involved in water/wastewater type projects and to manage the performance of various personnel in other departments
• Able to effectively communicate, in English, both verbally and in writing

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.

About the Role

Ardurra is looking to hire an experienced Water/Wastewater Senior Project Manager to join our team in our Phoenix, AZ office.

Qualifications

This position requires a strong background in water/wastewater engineering and project management. Candidates should have a minimum of 10-15 years of relevant experience and a Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state of Arizona.

Skills

Strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously are essential. Proficiency in project management software and a deep understanding of water/wastewater systems are also required.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and flexible work arrangements. Our company also provides ongoing training and development opportunities to support your career growth.

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Specific salary details are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible and can accommodate the needs of the individual and the company. However, regular office hours are typically required.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

We are not currently accepting unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. If you have a candidate that you believe would be a good fit for our company, please submit a formal agency agreement before submitting resumes.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.