Project Manager - Water

Garver•Richmond, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Garver is seeking a Project Manager in our Richmond, VA office to join our Mid-Atlantic Water team. The Project Manager will manage projects consisting of design reports, studies, technical memoranda, detailed plans, and specifications. The Project Manager must be capable of working closely with clients, both internal and external, to ensure their expectations of services are exceeded. The Project Manager will also work with other PMs in managing and mentoring internal staff, coordinating schedules, monitoring budgets, and ensuring the delivery of quality products that adhere to Garver standardization. The Project Manager Role will include design and managing a variety of projects related to: Water and Wastewater treatment facilities, Water conveyance and distribution, including pump stations and storage facilities, Wastewater conveyance and collection, including lift stations, gravity systems, and force mains, Water and Wastewater master planning. In addition to design, this role will include coordination with other support disciplines, coordination with regulating agencies, and quality assurance and quality control. Periodic travel will be required on an as-needed basis for projects, conferences, marketing, and other duties. The Garver Water Team prides itself on being innovative and progressive while preserving a rich tradition of quality design. We focus on creating cost-effective designs for long-term operational efficiency while maintaining community and environmental responsibility. Garver offers the opportunity for further career development, mentorship from seasoned industry engineers and a fun, fast-paced work environment. Join us and see why Garver has been voted a "Best Firm to Work For."

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, biological, or similar engineering from an ABET accredited program
Strong communications skills
Strong working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project and Outlook
Licensed Professional Engineer in the commonwealth of Virginia or ability to gain reciprocity within 6 months of hire
6 or more years’ similar experience in the water/wastewater utilities market

Nice To Haves

Passionate about client service and the water industry
Strong work ethic and strong communication skills
Masters’ Degree in civil, environmental, biological, or similar engineering from an ABET accredited program
Experience with state and or national conference technical presentations on water/wastewater treatment topics

Responsibilities

Be technically competent with water or wastewater engineering and civil engineering
Manage scope, budget, and schedule for a team of project engineers, design engineers, and CAD Technicians in the development of water projects
Manage project budgets including the development of detailed project instructions, scope of work, level of effort, and associated man-hour estimates
Be responsible for time management and work product quality
Keep accurate and up-to-date project accounting on all assigned projects
Conduct written and oral project reporting for clients and Team Leader(s).
Prepare and deliver Quality Assurance and Quality Control Plans
Conduct Construction engineering administration management for local projects