Water/Wastewater Senior Project Manager - Albany, United States - Colliers Engineering & Design

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    Overview:

    Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Senior Project Manager who can provide client management and design and construction administration of water and wastewater projects. There will also be a requirement to manage, direct, and supervise the work efforts of assigned staff and coordinate the technical and managerial direction provided by Management regarding scope, schedule, quality and budget of projects. This position also requires that ability to manage clients and the ability to develop new business.

    Water and wastewater management presents unique challenges from environmental, health and economic issues, to regulatory concerns. Our water management experts comprehend these complexities and apply their expertise in all areas of feasibility, design and master planning taking into consideration the value of water as a precious natural resource. Our qualified professionals develop creative and effective solutions for any water management project and are dedicated to ensuring that communities are provided with safe, consistent, water and wastewater distribution, collection, and treatment.

    Responsibilities:

    Prepare effective work plans, schedules and man-hour budgets for approval by Department Manager
    Perform client management duties and also participate in business development efforts
    Monitor time schedules and capital cost budgets on projects to satisfy the client as well as control work and productivity
    Responsible for the quality control/quality assurance process for assigned water and wastewater design projects
    Oversee the work and productivity on assigned projects
    Strive to achieve predetermined goals for profit, productivity targets, and schedule of deliverables
    Develop, coordinate, and execute engineering methods for water and wastewater designs
    Regular contact with professional engineering consultants, governmental agencies, involved communities and contractors in connection with the planning, design, and permitting of water and wastewater projects
    Preparation of engineering calculations, plans, specifications, technical papers, and permit applications for water and wastewater pipe, pumping, and treatment facilities
    Responsible for planning, designing and providing guidance in the development of water supply, transmission, and distribution projects. Develops and reviews conceptual drawings related to infrastructure design
    Develops and reviews construction documents and specifications
    Responsible for studies, preparing designs, and contract documents for wastewater and water supply infrastructure projects
    Review of utility connection applications for municipal and utility authority clients
    Full-fill role of Client Manager when needed
    Perform all client management duties
    Ability to develop new business and follow up on new business opportunities
    Familiarity with SUE type projects a plus

    Qualifications:

    Bachelor of Science degree in environmental engineering, or civil engineering
    PE license is required

    Experience with permitting with NY DOH and DEC is required
    8+ years of experience in the civil/environmental engineering field with concentration in water/wastewater design
    Experience with AutoCAD is desired
    Excellent communication skills
    Ability to manage clients and develop new business

    Strong design experience with water and waste water treatment plant process and design

    Extensive knowledge in permitting requirements and processes for water / wastewater collection and treatment projects
    Ability to build a talented team of water /wastewater professionals that are experts in their field

    What We Offer:

    At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. Thats why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

    This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

    We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Womens Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

    Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success