Project Manager II or III (Wastewater Engineer)

Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District • Cleveland, OH

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Manages the planning and design, including during the construction phase, of wastewater or stormwater capital improvement projects to meet the Sewer District’s needs in a timely manner and within budget. Responsible for managing multiple, complex projects at a time including the people on each project through the organization. Provides lead technical support throughout all phases of the project. Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Engineering or a closely related field.
• Seven (7) years of experience in a project management role.
• Four (4) years of using project management tools for small to medium projects.
• Previous experience in wastewater and/or stormwater industry required.
• Valid driver’s license with a driving record in accordance with the Sewer District’s acceptable guidelines.
• Ability to manage projects, meet deadlines and tackle emergencies and difficult situations.
• Strong team leadership and people management skills.
• Negotiation, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills to address issues and opportunities for improvement.
• Ability to effectively plan, coordinate, establish and maintain effective working relationships and prioritize workloads based on available resources.
• Effective written and verbal communication, organizational skills and decision-making abilities.
• Detail oriented and capable of managing large amounts of data, maintain detailed comprehensive records, analyze and organize information, have effective project and time management skills and be well organized.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Proficient in project management software such as MS Project or Primavera.
• Ability to analyze, communicate, comprehend, make decisions, possess general intelligence, interact, interpret, possess numerical intelligence, organize, problem solve perform tasks.
• Ability to perform physical work such as balancing, bending, climbing, driving, sitting, standing, talking, typing and walking.
• Ability to withstand faint to moderate noise exposure for fifteen minutes or longer on an infrequent basis.
• Exposure to environmental conditions such as extreme cold/heat (non-weather related), outdoor work and wet/humid conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Current State of Ohio Professional Engineer’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages scopes of each assigned project to include critically examining, assessing and evaluating data, current procedures, processes and alternatives to improve environmental impact and costs.
• Recommends future approaches that further the Sewer District’s goals.
• Manages the planning and design of capital improvement projects by coordinating resources and cross functional teams that may include outside consultants and external stakeholders.
• Ensures work is carried out per project plan in a timely manner and within budget.
• Plans short-term objectives, budgets and schedules for each project.
• Manages internal design projects and manages procurement of outside professional consultants including administration of Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
• Reviews and scores consultant proposals and facilitates recommendations and scope negotiations.
• Analyzes data and processes to maintain integrity, timelines and quality assurance of current projects.
• Utilizes problem analysis and problem-solving skills to evaluate possible alternatives and recommend solutions to meet current project objectives.
• Identifies potential new projects.
• Researches, analyzes and evaluates possible solutions to identified problems.
• Presents research/solutions to project team/discussion to obtain agreement on best solution.
• Builds and maintains good public relations by encouraging support and participation in District related activities that align with community environmental goals.
• Conducts status meetings and project group meetings.
• Prepares agendas for all meetings.
• Mentors and provides guidance to team members/colleagues and project management team members.
• Provides lead technical support throughout all phases of the project.

Benefits

• Health Insurance Coverage
• Various Retirement Planning Options (Ohio Public Employee Retirement System and Deferred Compensation Plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Parking at our facilities
• Corporate Discounts
• Comprehensive employee benefits package
• Active Health & Wellness Program that promotes a life/work balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level