Wastewater Project Manager

Baxter & Woodman • Chicago, IL

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a Wastewater Project Manager in our Wastewater Department. The Wastewater Project Manager will manage and design wastewater facility and infrastructure projects while developing business through management of existing clients. A successful candidate will benefit from a unique opportunity to advance their career path tailored to their interest of technical design, project management, team management, or business development.

Requirements

• 4 or more years of experience in the design and project management of water and wastewater projects including wastewater treatment plants.
• Ability to lead themselves through project design
• Excellent technical writing skills.
• Strong written, verbal, computer, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• B.S. in Civil Engineering
• Registered professional engineering license, reciprocity through NCEES to multiple states preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and design wastewater facility and infrastructure projects.
• Develop business through management of existing clients.
• Independently apply engineering principles and best practices while acting in responsible charge of projects of moderate complexity.
• Plan, coordinate, and ensure successful completion of projects, including development of plans, specifications, and project documentation.
• Develop and manage workplans with resource-loaded schedules, scopes, and budgets to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Lead and participate as a project manager or lead engineer on single- and multi-discipline teams.
• Work on project teams on a variety of project types including reports, designs, and opportunities on design-build and alternative project delivery methods.
• Make independent decisions and take responsibility for project engineering solutions and outcomes.
• Provide ongoing design support and technical assistance throughout the construction phase for projects previously managed during the design stage.
• Supervise, guide, and coordinate project staff, ensuring effective execution of assignments.
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and development opportunities to team members.
• Communicate effectively with clients, agencies, peers, and management; lead meetings and represent the organization externally.
• Collaborate with planning and management teams to align project execution with organizational and departmental standards.
• Support business development efforts, including preparation of proposals for professional services and project funding.
• Contribute to training initiatives, including curriculum input and development of technical training content.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements, including a four-and-a-half-day work week, the option for varied schedules, and the option to work from home
• Generous paid time off including vacation, personal time, sick time, and paid holidays
• Four weeks of paid parental leave
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Additional insurance coverage options for accidents and cancer
• Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support
• Financial wellness resources such as financial planning, life and disability insurance, and tax-advantaged savings plans
• Industry-leading 401(k) plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Program, fostering shared success and long-term financial security

What This Job Offers

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