Senior Project Manager

TITLE: PROJECT MANAGER / SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER DEPARTMENT: ENGINEERING – WATER UTILITY INFRASTRUCTURE LOCATION: AKRON, OH EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FULL-TIME COMPENSATION: $100K – $145K (COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE) + BONUS + BENEFITS OVERVIEW Our client is seeking a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager to lead utility infrastructure projects from planning through delivery.

This role supports a wide range of water, wastewater, and stormwater initiatives, with responsibilities scaled based on experience. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, engage directly with clients, and play a key role in delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions that serve communities. Senior-level candidates will take on broader leadership, mentoring, and strategic responsibilities..

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and deliver utility infrastructure projects, including drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater systems.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and proposals.
• Coordinate with clients, subconsultants, regulatory agencies, and internal teams.
• Monitor project performance, including budget, schedule, quality, and risk.
• Ensure QA/QC compliance for all project deliverables and documentation.
• Track labor utilization, revenue forecasting, billing, and documentation.
• Serve as the firm’s representative at client meetings, public hearings, and presentations.
• More senior PMs will also
• Conduct site visits and construction observations as needed.
• Lead multiple utility infrastructure projects from concept to completion, ensuring schedule, budget, and quality targets are met.
• Mentor engineers and project managers, providing technical guidance and career development support. Oversee proposals, contracts, fee justifications, and budget forecasting.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered Professional Engineer (PE).
• Proven track record managing drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater projects.
• Experience range:
• Project Manager: 7+ years of relevant experience
• Senior Project Manager: 10+ years of relevant experience
• Experience delivering projects on time, within budget, and meeting quality standards.
• Knowledge of utility design standards, regulations, and construction practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client management skills. WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE
• Take ownership of meaningful infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with a dynamic team while gaining mentorship from senior leaders.
• Competitive benefits and career advancement opportunities.