Water / Wastewater Project Manager

ESP Associates•Fort Smith, AR

4d•Onsite

About The Position

McClelland Consulting Engineers (MCE), an ESP Company is currently seeking a Water / Wastewater Project Manager to join our team in Fort Smith, AR. Project managers are the first point of contact for any issues or discrepancies arising from within the heads of various departments. Based out of ESP's Fort Smith, AR location, this individual will be responsible for water/wastewater projects across Arkansas and parts of Oklahoma. The Project Manager manages the development, implementation, and evaluation of complex designs. The Project Manager approves changes that substantially impact the scope, budget, or schedule of a project. In addition, the Project Manager monitors progress and performance against the project plan and provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. Great work is built on great people. For more than 60 years, McClelland Consulting Engineers, LLC, an ESP Company, has been serving clients across the region with a commitment to quality, integrity, and personalized service. As our firm continues to grow, so does our team of talented professionals across a wide range of disciplines. Our culture is about more than what we accomplish professionally. We believe a strong workplace is one where people have opportunities to connect beyond the day-to-day. From summer cookouts and office competitions to annual mini-golf tournaments and community volunteer events, our teams make time to build relationships, have fun, and give back. Join a team where you can build your career and find your people.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related engineering field from an ABET accredited college.
Knowledge of ADEQ and ADH regulations, policies, and procedures
Understanding of Ten States Standards
Thorough understanding of water and wastewater system infrastructure design
Shows initiative, creativity, problem solving and critical thinking skills, and exercises independent judgment
Ability to manage project schedules and budgets
Strong communication, writing, technical and analytical skills
Ability to interact with private and municipal clients
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Able to work with the AutoCad software suite, with an emphasis on Civil 3D
Candidates must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy.

Nice To Haves

Arkansas P.E. licensure, as well as Oklahoma P.E. licensure preferred
5 years of design experience

Responsibilities

Planning, development, implementation, and evaluation with the management of a wide variety of projects
Resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments
Maintain the progress, mutual interaction, and tasks of various parties in such a way that reduces the risk of overall failure, maximizes benefits, and minimizes costs
Prepares preliminary engineering reports, feasibility studies, master plans, environ- mental information documents and project performance work plans and reports
Prepares NPDES, ARDOT, ADEQ, and various railroad and other permits
Prepares engineering design drawings using field surveying data, reports, maps, drawings, and topographical and geologic data
Conducts pre-construction meetings, pre-bid meetings, periodic construction meetings, prepares contractor pay requests
Manages CAD, surveying, clerical and other support staff directly involved with the project to ensure adherence to standards and delivery of project on schedule and within budget

Benefits

Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews.
401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility at beginning of the quarter following 3 months’ employment)
PTO (Paid Time Off) & 9 Paid Holidays
Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days)
Short-Term Disability Insurance (MCE self-insured)
Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)
Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance
Flexible Spending Account & Limited Flexible Spending Account
HSA Savings Account
Additional Optional Insurances Available