Water / Wastewater Project Manager

Kleinfelder Inc•Portland, ME

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive! As a Water/wastewater Project Manager, you will lead and manage complex projects, ensuring successful delivery through expert technical guidance, client management, and team leadership. You will collaborate with a skilled team of engineers, scientists, and planners to provide innovative solutions while fostering long-term client relationships and driving operational excellence in water and wastewater systems. Our teams enjoy a hybrid schedule, which allows us to offer this role in in Manchester, New Hampshire or Portland, Maine offices.

Requirements

B.S. in Civil, Environmental, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
8 + years of experience in water/wastewater engineering and design.
3+ years of Project Management experience, including managing municipal and utility projects.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
Strong expertise in the technical aspects of water/wastewater systems, including design, planning, and construction.
Excellent communication, organizational, and technical writing skills.
Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Responsibilities

Lead Projects: Manage complex water/wastewater projects from planning through execution, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and exceeding client expectations.
Technical Leadership: Provide technical direction to project teams, ensuring high standards of design, process engineering, and quality.
Client Management: Build and foster relationships with municipal and utility clients, ensuring long-term contracts and ongoing project success.
Team Development: Mentor and develop staff, providing guidance in their technical and professional growth.
Business Development: Participate in proposal presentations and scoping activities with clients, identifying new opportunities and expanding service offerings.
Project Delivery: Oversee scheduling, cost management, and resource allocation for water and wastewater systems projects.
Cross-disciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with engineers, scientists, and planners in a team-oriented environment.
Mentoring & Thought Leadership: Contribute to technical conferences, committees, and internal development programs.