Senior Project Manager- Linear Infrastructure

The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated. 

As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front. 

Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and inspire change for your community. 

You’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.

Who are we looking for?   

The Linear Infrastructure Water Group is looking for a Senior Project Manager in our Phoenix, Arizona office! This is a project-focused role where you will have the opportunity to demonstrate your technical expertise, local relationships, and knowledge on challenging water conveyance projects. The position will consist of managing projects and staff and will also serve as the lead in the development and submission of proposals. We are seeking self-motivated and active networkers who value building credible relationships with clients and the community.

In the problem-solving business, it helps to be restlessly curious to deliver community change. 

Our vision is to ensure energy, water and urbanization are made sustainable for generations to come. You can lead the way into a new future for our industry, inspiring the next generation of driven and committed people in the process. 

Learn about leadership opportunities with GHD. 

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in: 

• Serve as Senior Project Manager for the condition assessment, planning, rehabilitation, design, and construction of water, wastewater, and recycled water conveyance projects
• Develop new business opportunities and client relationships with municipal and utility agencies within your region
• Communicate regularly with the client, obtaining two-way feedback and input
• Coordinate with Project Director, Business Group Leader, and Engineering Design Organization Leadership to assemble the project team and regularly review the project
• Develop a clear project description that defines the scope of work and deliver the project within budget and on time, and to program, in accordance with the work plan
• Build effective relationships with the GHD US West Water Market management team, North America and across GHD’s global footprint
• Provide guidance and QA/QC on all engineering design, calculations, design briefs and technical reports for municipal infrastructure, master plans, and detailed design projects
• Provide hands-on technical guidance to engineers and technical staff in delivering ongoing municipal, water and wastewater projects
• Mentorship of project engineers and designers in the development of their engineering and design skills

The ideal candidate would have the following experience/skills:

• Proven experience preparing complex engineering analysis and planning
• Experience in developing project scope, schedule, and budget
• Strong technical writing skills
• Must be able to work on multiple assignments simultaneously; and have strong organizational, problem solving, communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Expertise using Microsoft Excel and other relevant software
• Client management experience
• Experience leading a team of engineers and technical staff
• Experience in project delivery
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (Civil, Environmental, or similar); Masters Degree preferred
• Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Arizona
• Minimum 15 years of civil engineering experience with a focus on design and construction of water and wastewater infrastructure projects

EEO Statement US: As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.

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