Senior Project Manager, Industrial Water

The Industrial Water (IW) Senior Project Manager (SPM) position is charged with leading the growth and development of the Technology Market Sector within BC's Private Sector Business Unit (PSBU). The SPM brings expertise in water and wastewater engineering, client services, and project management to achieve the firm’s prominence in IW through best technical, project management and client services practices, strategic vision, persuasive leadership, and coordination with multiple groups within BC. The SPM is an action‑oriented leader who makes decisions based on significant expertise and experience in the subject matter, in coordination with PSBU leadership. The SPM develops and implements project delivery strategies and tactics, in collaboration with PSBU, Design Services, and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) leaders. The role plans, executes, and oversees projects to be completed on time, within budget, while meeting quality standards and health and safety requirements. It defines project scope, sets objectives, allocates resources, develops detailed project plans, monitors progress, manages risks and changes, resolves challenges, and communicates with stakeholders to provide regular updates. The SPM typically manages mid‑to‑large projects and is expected to independently deliver results with minimal supervision, while progressively increasing revenue responsibility. Responsibilities Project team leadership expectations: Set direction : Support defining objectives, decision‑making processes, schedules, budgets, and success factors. Provide clarity on objectives for each assignment. Communicate : Establish effective communication methods for team stand‑ups, technical/design decisions, and client interactions. Support Team Motivation : Empower team members, resolve conflicts, provide feedback, and celebrate success. Establish Trust : Demonstrate integrity, competence, consistency, loyalty, and transparency. Create a safe environment : Support an atmosphere where ideas and creativity thrive. Embrace thought and experience diversity : Support an environment where diverse backgrounds, geographies, and perspectives are heard, respected, and considered. Develop team members : Contribute to continuous learning, skills development, and mentoring. Execution of BC’s project delivery requirements: Scope : Collaborate and prepare detailed scopes of work to set clear expectations and prevent overruns. Schedule : Collaborate on the development and maintenance of project schedules; recommend and assist with delay mitigation measures. Budget : Develop and collaborate on work breakdown structures and project budgets aligned with scope and schedule. Quality Management : Create, implement, and monitor quality management plans and processes. Change Management : Identify and manage internal and external changes; prepare scope and budget for change, and gain client approval. Risk Management : Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, perform ongoing monitoring, and update the risk profile. Health & Safety : Lead development and implementation of health and safety plans per project requirements. Manage external resources : Include third parties/vendors to deliver successfully on their contracted scope, quality, and budget. Lead achievement of project goals related to scope, schedule, budget, and quality; monitor profitability through earned value analysis. Client Service and Sales/Marketing support: Build relationships with clients, collaborate with client service managers, and monitor client satisfaction. Flexibility to adapt and execute additional assignments based on evolving needs. Mentorship: Provide guidance, support, and knowledge sharing to less‑experienced team members. Skills and Competencies Comprehensive knowledge of project management tools and techniques. Proven ability in project planning and management, including budget, risk, contract, change and quality management, and safety leadership. Advanced understanding of quality and change management tools, techniques, and processes. Comprehensive understanding of contract management and client service. Strong business acumen and ability to align project outcomes with business goals. Excellent client service skills and ability to maintain strong client relationships. Proven team/staff management skills to build and maintain staff relationships. Proven ability to identify and cultivate opportunities with existing clients. Experience Twelve years of relevant experience managing mid‑size to large projects with progressively increasing responsibility. Competency in developing and monitoring moderate project schedules and budgets. Experience leading cross‑functional teams. Proven experience in project planning, risk and change management, and contract management of mid‑size projects. Previous experience applying specialized knowledge to deliver solutions for clients. Education Bachelor’s degree in project management, engineering, business administration, or equivalent relevant experience. Preferred Skills and Experience Experience delivering water and wastewater infrastructure for the data center industry. MS in engineering and/or MBA. PE registration. Strong written and verbal communication skills. High level of emotional intelligence. Process engineering. Technology market perspective. Nation‑wide experience and network; willing to travel throughout the US. Strong client contacts – client‑friendly manner, respected by clients, adept at managing client expectations. Strategic, open‑minded thinker. Strong competitor knowledge and focus. Can‑do approach – pragmatic and enthusiastic. Demonstrated team player and builder. Recognized in client organization associations and professional engineering circles. Proficient in managing and delivering projects. Capable of understanding and applying technologies commonly used in industrial water applications. Salary Range The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may vary depending on skills, experience, and education. Location A: $117,000 - $159,000 Location B: $128,000 - $175,000 Location C: $140,000 - $191,000 Benefits and Compensation We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance‑based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, and long‑term care insurance. Compliance and Equal Opportunity This position is subject to a pre‑employment background check and a pre‑employment drug test. Brown and Caldwell is an equal opportunity employer and encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr Miningamigos