Project Manager- Civil Engineering

Waggonereng•Bossier City, LA

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About The Position

Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is hiring a Project Manager for our Bossier City, LA office. We are seeking a highly experienced Professional Engineer to join our dynamic team and play a crucial role in delivering high-quality engineering services to our valued clients. Are you ready to inspire, engage and deliver? For almost 50 years Waggoner has delivered sound results through a culture of integrity, service and creativity to benefit our clients. Waggoner has more than doubled in size over the last five years and growth is expected to significantly increase through the addition of talented personnel. What does that mean for you? Waggoner differentiates itself as a leader in growth strategy for water and disaster recovery, as well as providing full engineering services across 14 offices and 5 states; we need people who are inspired for future growth, engage as leaders in their respective fields, and deliver to both internal and external clients. If you are tired of hearing "we've always done it this way"; if you have a work hard/play hard attitude; and if you enjoy working with a vast team of professionals across various disciplines, you will fit right into our culture.

Requirements

Extensive Engineering Experience: A minimum of 8 years total experience, and a minimum of 5 years of experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with a strong background in municipal infrastructure projects, including water, wastewater, transportation, and utilities.
Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC): Proficiency in performing QA/QC duties to ensure engineering designs, plans, and reports meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and client expectations.
Advisory Role: Strong advisory skills, with the ability to provide strategic engineering guidance to municipal owners and stakeholders, assisting them in making informed decisions related to infrastructure projects.

Nice To Haves

Public Engagement: Experience in working with municipal entities, including Mayor's Offices, Council members, and other stakeholders. Ability to effectively engage in public forums, answer questions, and provide technical guidance to address community concerns.
Technical Mentorship: Demonstrated ability to serve as a technical mentor and leader, guiding and mentoring junior engineering staff to enhance their skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership on complex municipal infrastructure projects, overseeing the design, planning, and implementation phases to ensure successful project delivery.
Public Engagement: Act as a key liaison between the company and municipal clients, engaging in public forums, addressing inquiries, and offering expert insights to build trust and rapport with stakeholders.
Mentorship: Mentor and support junior engineering staff, fostering their professional growth and helping them develop the skills necessary to excel in the field.
QA/QC Oversight: Implement and oversee QA/QC procedures to maintain the highest level of quality in engineering deliverables, identifying and addressing issues promptly.
Strategic Advisory: Collaborate with municipal owners and stakeholders to provide expert engineering advice, assist in project decision-making, and ensure alignment with community needs and goals.