Project Manager, Design (Tunnel Redundancy)

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority•Chelsea, MA

4d•$100,049 - $139,888•Hybrid

About The Position

Manages engineering, design, and construction projects and tasks related to the Metropolitan Tunnel Redundancy Program, as well as rehabilitation and capital improvement projects for other water and wastewater facilities and infrastructure. The role supervises multidisciplinary design work on large and complex projects and performs professional engineering work requiring independent judgment. It participates in all phases of construction, contract administration, consultant and contractor selection, project coordination, and emergency response as needed. The position is based in Chelsea, Massachusetts, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It may be eligible for up to 50% telework after an initial waiting period.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, construction management, or a related engineering field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least five years of engineering design, project management, and/or construction experience, including at least two years in a supervisory capacity or as a project manager, or an equivalent combination of education or experience.
Valid Massachusetts Class D motor vehicle operator’s license or a driver’s license from another state.
Complete the next available MWRA supervisory development program after hire or promotion.
Knowledge of civil and environmental engineering principles and practices and construction management.
Experience in design projects and understanding of issues related to the design and construction of large and complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
Demonstrated interpersonal, managerial, written, and oral communication skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative project team and independently with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Massachusetts license as a Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.).
Knowledge of tunneling engineering and underground construction principles and practices.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, GIS, Microsoft Project, or Oracle Primavera P6.
Knowledge of Massachusetts bidding laws, including M.G.L. Chapter 30 and Chapter 149 construction bidding regulations.

Responsibilities

Manage evaluation, planning, design, and construction projects involving tunnel facilities, water and wastewater infrastructure, treatment facilities, pumping stations, CSO facilities, collection systems, equipment, and support buildings.
Supervise multidisciplinary professional design work on large and complex projects related to the Tunnel Redundancy Program and assigned water and wastewater engineering or maintenance projects.
Manage preparation and review of engineering reports, memoranda, work plans, designs, cost estimates, evaluations, calculations, technical analyses, schedules, and specifications.
Perform professional engineering work, including gathering information, developing evaluations and designs, and preparing reports, contract plans, and specifications using independent engineering judgment.
Participate in construction oversight, cost and schedule management, and change management; ensure compliance with contract budgets, schedules, and terms.
Provide construction administration, including reviewing shop drawings and plans, attending progress meetings, conducting inspections, coordinating work sequences with contractors, and submitting progress reports.
Participate in developing, implementing, and monitoring construction and service contracts, plans, specifications, permit applications, and permits.
Support consultant and contractor selection and supervision, including developing scopes of services, plans, specifications, estimates, and schedules, and participating in contract administration.
Assist with performance tracking and quality management by reviewing work plans, field reports, logs, and other documents; conducting site visits; communicating with project teams; and evaluating performance metrics.
Coordinate projects with communities, public interest groups, government agencies, and MWRA departments, and provide technical information and assistance.
Support professional and community groups and outreach projects.
Participate in MWRA emergency response as needed.
Manage contracts depending on assignment.
Perform related duties as required.