Project Manager - Water Resources

WESTWOOD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES INC•Appleton, WI

About The Position

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Water Resources Project Manager to join its team in Appleton or Delafield, Wisconsin. The position offers the opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team on projects affecting local communities and to help grow Westwood’s presence in Wisconsin. The Project Manager leads technical execution and quality assurance for water resources designs and analyses, including hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, stormwater and drainage facility design, agency coordination, and permitting. The role also manages project delivery, budgets, schedules, and resources; advises clients; coordinates across disciplines; and mentors staff. The position contributes to business development, client and partner relationships, and the growth of the team and company.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE) in Wisconsin.
At least 8 years of progressive experience, including at least 4 years in water resources, hydrology and hydraulics, or hydraulic design.
Experience in stormwater modeling, floodplain analysis, hydraulic design, and drainage.
Experience with cost estimating, bid-phase assistance, construction administration, and general construction methods.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to manage staff and direct resources effectively.
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage design projects profitably.
Understanding of alternative delivery methods and a track record of successfully winning and delivering projects.
Experience with accounts receivable, invoicing, and the general duties involved in managing a design team.
Experience preparing proposals, scopes of work, and qualification packages, and developing and implementing marketing pursuit strategies.
Outgoing, friendly, and approachable manner; strong initiative and urgency in meeting project deadlines; attention to detail; and ability to contribute to a positive work environment.

Nice To Haves

Water main and sanitary sewer design and permitting experience.
AutoCAD Civil 3D experience.
Experience with technical software such as ArcGIS Pro, HEC-RAS, PCSWMM, HY-8, WinSLAMM, or other relevant modeling tools.

Responsibilities

Serve as a water resources subject matter expert internally and with clients.
Work with a team to prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates for projects of varying size and complexity.
Manage project design and delivery in a profitable manner and oversee technical aspects of projects.
Supervise engineers and technical support personnel assigned to projects.
Develop project work plans and budget projections and deploy resources effectively.
Prepare, maintain, and coordinate schedules for multiple concurrent projects.
Develop and track milestones to support on-time and on-budget delivery.
Complete monthly project accounting and invoicing.
Implement and maintain quality assurance and quality control procedures.
Coordinate with other disciplines, support services, subconsultants, government agencies, utility providers, and other outside agencies.
Participate in contract bidding, provide limited construction observation, and review submittals and requests for information.
Resolve design conflicts and field construction issues.
Represent clients and the firm in meetings with governmental agencies.
Write proposals and participate in or lead interviews.
Grow, mentor, and train staff.
Build relationships with internal and external clients and strategic partners.
Lead business development activities and negotiate contract terms and conditions.
Ensure division, regional, and company values, policies, and practices are followed, and demonstrate sound judgment and professionalism.