Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

Kennedy/Jenks Consultants, Inc.•Walnut Creek, CA

36d•$146,000 - $244,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Kennedy Jenks is seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Manager in California to lead water and wastewater infrastructure projects in a consulting environment. The role guides multidisciplinary teams, develops client partnerships, and delivers practical solutions that support long-term water reliability. Projects may include water transmission pipelines, sanitary sewer collection systems, tanks and reservoirs, pump stations, and water and wastewater treatment facilities. The Project Manager supports project and design delivery, multidisciplinary coordination, and client engagement. This includes leading planning, design, and construction support; overseeing engineering deliverables; coordinating construction-phase services; monitoring project performance; and leading client communications. The position also contributes to business development and staff development. Kennedy Jenks describes its culture as collaborative and focused on practical problem-solving, mentorship, continuous improvement, innovation, and sustainability. The company uses a hybrid work model with a minimum of two days per week in the office. Travel to project sites and Kennedy Jenks offices is required as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a similar engineering field.
At least 8 years of experience managing water/wastewater infrastructure projects, including at least 2 years in project management.
Knowledge of water/wastewater planning, design, construction support, codes, regulations, and quality practices.
California Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain PE registration within 6 months of hire.
Ability to travel to project sites and Kennedy Jenks offices as needed.
Clear communication, responsiveness, and an understanding of client priorities.
Ability to align people, priorities, and disciplines; make thoughtful decisions balancing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client needs; and contribute to ongoing learning and staff development.

Nice To Haves

Experience with site civil design.
Experience with technical writing.
Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

Lead project planning, design, and construction support while managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and overall delivery.
Oversee engineering deliverables, including plans, specifications, cost estimates, technical documents, contract documents, and project reports.
Coordinate with clients, contractors, project teams, and stakeholders during construction to address questions, resolve issues, and maintain alignment with project requirements.
Coordinate in-house multidisciplinary design teams, including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and controls, and architectural disciplines, as well as specialized sub-consultants.
Monitor project financials, milestones, risks, and resource needs, and adjust course as needed.
Lead client communications, meetings, and presentations to support strong relationships and successful project outcomes.
Support business development by shaping proposal strategies, coordinating with marketing staff, preparing scopes and budgets, and supporting interview teams.
Mentor junior staff, collaborate with engineers and scientists, and participate in hiring and recruiting efforts.