Senior Project Manager

Title: Project Manager / Senior Project Manager Department: Engineering - Water Utility Infrastructure Location: Akron, OH Employment Type: Full-Time Compensation: $100K - $145K (commensurate with experience) + Bonus + Benefits Overview

Our client is seeking a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager to lead utility infrastructure projects from planning through delivery. This role supports a wide range of water, wastewater, and stormwater initiatives, with responsibilities scaled based on experience. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, engage directly with clients, and play a key role in delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions that serve communities. Senior-level candidates will take on broader leadership, mentoring, and strategic responsibilities..

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver utility infrastructure projects, including drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater systems.

• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and proposals.

• Coordinate with clients, subconsultants, regulatory agencies, and internal teams.

• Monitor project performance, including budget, schedule, quality, and risk.

• Ensure QA/QC compliance for all project deliverables and documentation.

• Track labor utilization, revenue forecasting, billing, and documentation.

• Serve as the firm’s representative at client meetings, public hearings, and presentations.

• More senior PMs will also

  • Conduct site visits and construction observations as needed.

  • Lead multiple utility infrastructure projects from concept to completion, ensuring schedule, budget, and quality targets are met.

  • Mentor engineers and project managers, providing technical guidance and career development support. Oversee proposals, contracts, fee justifications, and budget forecasting.

Qualifications

• Registered Professional Engineer (PE).

• Proven track record managing drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater projects.

• Experience range:

  • Project Manager: 7+ years of relevant experience

  • Senior Project Manager: 10+ years of relevant experience

• Experience delivering projects on time, within budget, and meeting quality standards.

• Knowledge of utility design standards, regulations, and construction practices.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and client management skills.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Take ownership of meaningful infrastructure projects.

• Collaborate with a dynamic team while gaining mentorship from senior leaders.

• Competitive benefits and career advancement opportunities.