Senior Project Manager- MicroElectronics

Water Technologies•Glen Allen, VA

1d•Remote

About The Position

Veolia Group is a global environmental services company operating across water, energy, and waste management. Within Veolia Water Tech, this remote role may be located anywhere in North America and supports projects in the Industrial Market portfolio. The Senior Project Manager guides engineers and other professionals delivering complex water treatment projects and is accountable for overall project success. Working with the Lead Engineer and Sourcing Project Leader, the PM directs and coordinates work from contract signature through design, vendor selection, fabrication, shipment, installation, and startup. The role ensures delivery against commitments and contractual requirements while maintaining scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety. The PM communicates project status, budget, and schedule progress, manages client and vendor expectations, and coordinates customers, suppliers, internal teams, and technical experts. Domestic and international travel is required for 5–20% of the time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, or an equivalent field.
10 years of experience managing projects that include equipment supply and construction.
Valid passport.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, or ability to obtain it within one year.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally 5–20% of the time.
Strong planning, organization, and time-management skills.
Clear, concise communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work flexibly in a networked role and collaborate with multiple stakeholders.
Analytical problem-solving approach and intellectual rigor.
Ability to direct a team of experts, coach individuals, facilitate meetings, and resolve project-team conflicts as needed.
Ability to manage shifting demands professionally and exercise good judgment under ambiguous or changing conditions.
Ability to communicate effectively with varied audiences, including senior and executive leadership and client organizations.
Team-player approach and sound judgment.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing Engineering and Procurement contracts.
Experience in industrial process system design or construction, particularly water treatment in chemical, oil and gas, or power markets.
Foundation in engineering principles and knowledge of water treatment design and operation.

Responsibilities

Oversee water treatment equipment projects from initiation through completion.
Organize contract execution and define clear project objectives.
Develop and maintain realistic plans for scope, budget, schedule, and key milestones.
Coordinate the project team so members understand priorities, project structure, and their responsibilities.
Work with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to meet contractual and technical requirements.
Escalate issues or events that could significantly affect cost, schedule, scope, or quality.
Monitor progress through regular reviews and internal reports, adjusting plans as needed.
Identify, evaluate, and manage project risks and opportunities.
Oversee project changes and support claims management where required.
Participate in technical meetings and project reviews.
Collaborate with technical experts and discipline engineers to resolve issues and address critical topics.
Maintain and update action plans, ensuring timely closure of actions and adherence to project objectives.
Communicate project status, budget updates, and progress against schedule, while setting and managing client and vendor expectations.
Promote quality and safety throughout project work.