Wastewater Project Manager (Portland, ME)

Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science, and operations firm with a simple vision for clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. As an employee-owned company, we strive to cultivate teams that encourage collaboration in an inclusive culture. What’s in it for you: Woodard & Curran seeks a dynamic, detail-oriented, and client-focused Professional Engineer to join our Water Team as a Project Manager. In this role, you will collaborate with our municipal clients to develop, design, and deliver various drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater projects for our Portland Clients and throughout the New England Region. Our New England team comprises a dynamic group of engineers, scientists, and design professionals who emulate Woodard & Curran’s values. Woodard & Curran creates a safe and fun environment for employees to thrive and collaborate with teams locally and nationwide to deliver clean water solutions to our clients. Who are we looking for: The ideal candidate will be technically focused, with strong experience in evaluating, planning, designing, and providing construction administration for both linear and vertical water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects. Familiarity with a broad range of issues related to master planning, treatment, distribution, and collection systems is essential. Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams is preferred. Location: Portland, ME Offering a Hybrid Work Schedule Travel up to 20%: Clients within Maine Projects may include: Drinking water distribution capacity analysis and design Drinking water treatment system upgrades Municipal wastewater systems, including collection system infrastructure, pumping system hydraulics, and wastewater treatment processes Collection system assessments, design, and rehabilitation Pumping station designs and rehabilitation Biosolids and renewable energy development PFAS treatment systems Lead and Copper Rule project initiatives What you will be doing at Woodard & Curran: Managing and executing work on water system design, planning, and construction projects by leading and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams within Woodard & Curran and with sub-consultants. Determining the overall delivery approach for projects. Scheduling and tracking project budgets, milestones, and deliverables. Utilizing Woodard & Curran’s Project Management Framework to execute all projects. Demonstrating strong and proactive communication skills to keep the project management and technical team(s) updated as project work progresses. Connecting and working with external suppliers and subcontractors to support project delivery. Interacting with clients and representing the firm in a professional manner Visiting client sites for meetings, proposal development, and/or observing construction project status. Coordinating with contractors and clients in the field during construction to ensure that projects are executed in compliance with the Contract Documents. Interfacing with state and local regulatory agencies and permitting officials Conducting and coordinating QA/QC reviews on project deliverables to ensure Woodard & Curran technical excellence standards are met. Collaborating with leadership and resource leaders on staffing projects. Providing input on the development of Woodard & Curran design guidelines and standards. Preparing and delivering presentations and training programs to internal and external clients and professional associations. Supporting business development efforts under the direction of a client manager. What You Will Need To Succeed: 10-15 years of consulting engineering experience. A B.S. Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or an M.S. Degree is preferred. Registered Professional Engineer in Maine (or ability to apply for reciprocity). Project management and delivery expertise in civil and environmental engineering and an in-depth understanding of the engineering concepts associated with municipal water systems. Ability to manage multiple projects with demonstrated strong project management skills Well-versed in state and federal regulations. Knowledgeable in state bidding laws and funding programs. Excellent writing, communication, and presentation skills. Demonstrated ability to conduct effective presentations to stakeholders. Experience with proposal writing and developing project scope, budget, and schedules Employee Support & Benefits Retirement Savings: 401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions, with company match Time away from work: Observed holidays, vacation, sick time, parental leave Coverage and support for your needs and well-being: Disability, Health, Life, Wellbeing Equal Employment Opportunity Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Woodard & Curran