Collaborative Delivery Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
About The Position
Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management services, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects from planning through construction. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, award-winning water reuse projects, and efficient construction management practices that ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery. We are known for our dedication to industry-leading client service and tailored solutions. Kennedy Jenks is seeking a Collaborative Delivery Project Manager to support water and wastewater infrastructure projects delivered through both traditional and alternative delivery methods. This role is well-suited for a project manager who enjoys working in highly collaborative environments and partnering closely with clients, designers, and construction teams to deliver complex infrastructure projects. The Collaborative Delivery Project Manager will support projects delivered through Design-Build and other alternative delivery models, as well as traditional delivery approaches. This position emphasizes teamwork, coordination, and shared ownership of project outcomes while maintaining a strong focus on quality, schedule, and budget.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or related engineering discipline
- Experience supporting or managing water and wastewater infrastructure projects
- Familiarity with collaborative delivery, alternative delivery, or Design-Build project environments
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills
- Ability to work effectively in team-based, highly collaborative project environments
Nice To Haves
- DBIA certification is preferred
Responsibilities
- Manage or support water and wastewater infrastructure projects delivered through collaborative delivery models, including Design-Build and other alternative delivery approaches, as well as traditional Design-Bid-Build.
- Participate in integrated project teams, coordinating closely with owners, designers, construction partners, and subconsultants.
- Support project planning, scope development, scheduling, and cost management across all phases of project delivery.
- Assist with identifying and managing project risks, opportunities, and constraints in fast-paced, team-oriented delivery environments.
- Serve as a key point of contact for clients and delivery partners, supporting transparent communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Participate in client meetings, design workshops, and coordination sessions typical of collaborative delivery projects.
- Support proposal development and interviews for collaborative delivery pursuits, including Design-Build projects.
- Coordinate with technical leads and discipline engineers to ensure design intent, constructability, and project objectives are aligned.
- Support the development and review of technical deliverables, including reports, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
- Foster collaboration across multidisciplinary teams and contribute to a positive, solutions-oriented project culture.
Benefits
- Kennedy Jenks offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
