Drinking Water Project Manager Drinking Water Project Manager Woodard & Curran Hybrid · Saint C[...]

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. We seek talented individuals from all backgrounds to help us address a broad range of water and environmental issues. We prioritize our people, offering opportunities for professional growth, ownership and flexibility. This commitment enables us to make a meaningful impact on our clients, communities and the planet. Woodard & Curran is seeking a dynamic, detail‑oriented, and client‑focused Professional Engineer to join our Drinking Water Business as a Project Manager. In this role, you will partner with Woodard & Curran’s Operation and Maintenance Division in the delivery for our municipal clients to develop, design, and deliver a range of water projects across Missouri and Illinois. Our team comprises a dynamic group of engineers, scientists, Operation and Maintenance specialists 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. The ideal candidate will be technically focused, with solid experience in evaluating, planning, designing, and constructing drinking water systems. Experience with delivery of municipal wastewater systems is a plus. Familiarity with a broad range of issues related to master planning, treatment, and distribution systems is preferred. In collaboration with the Technical Manager, you will help lead the delivery of multiple projects, work directly with clients and internal teams, and support marketing and proposal efforts. Offering Flexible Remote/Hybrid Work Schedule: Expectation is 2 to 3 days in the office or onsite with clients. Travel up to 25%: To clients within Missouri and Illinois region. Just to name a few, these projects may include: Drinking water distribution capacity analysis and design Drinking water treatment system upgrades PFAS treatment systems Lead and Copper Rule project initiatives What you will be doing at Woodard & Curran: Managing and executing work on municipal water system design, planning, and construction projects by leading and collaborating with our Operation and Maintenance Division, our multidisciplinary teams within Woodard & Curran and with subconsultants. Determining the overall delivery approach for projects. Partner with senior leadership to develop technical approaches on larger 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 to observe the status of construction projects. 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: 15-25 years of consulting engineering experience. 5+ years of Project Management experience. A B.S. Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or an M.S. Degree is preferred. Registered Professional Engineer in Missouri or Illinois (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 drinking water systems. Experience with wastewater systems is a plus. 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. Mutual Dispute Resolution (MDR): As part of our commitment to a fair and respectful workplace, Woodard & Curran uses a MDR to help resolve most employment‑related concerns efficiently and consistently. MDR applies to both you and the Company. Most workplace‑related disputes are resolved through binding arbitration, rather than court proceedings. Certain exceptions are outlined in the full agreement. 401(k) Pre‑tax or Roth Contributions: The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed. Time away from work: Observed holidays: Choose up to 8 holidays to observe annually. Vacation: Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked. Sick time: Paid sick time for non‑work‑related illness or injury. Parental leave: Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding. Coverage and support for your needs and well‑being: Disability: Paid short‑ and long‑term disability. Health: Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans. Life: Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families is available through Sun Life. Well‑being: DarioMind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources. Woodard & Curran participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E‑Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. As part of this process, we display the required Notice of E‑Verify Participation and Right to Work posters. Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility: Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to non‑discrimination and make employment decisions based on job‑related factors. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Beth Sweitzer. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and believe diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to serve clients and communities. As an employee‑owned company, we are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive environment where employees can grow, contribute fully, and deliver meaningful impact. #J-18808-Ljbffr Seeds Renewables