Senior Project Manager - Water/Waste Water Job at McKim & Creed in Baton Rouge

McKim & Creed is a unique, employee-owned firm. First and foremost, we value people. We have a reputation for state-of-the-art design of facilities that treat, preserve and conserve the earth’s finite water resources and optimize existing infrastructure and resources. Our highly respected teams of engineers and surveyors are committed to the innovation, sustainability and resource efficiencies that lead to a cleaner, safer and more sustainable future while helping communities leverage their infrastructure.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Water/Wastewater team in Baton Rouge, LA, where you will be providing technical and design services in support of water infrastructure projects (i.e. water and wastewater treatment, water distribution and wastewater collection/pumping).

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting preliminary evaluations, preparing various reports, producing design drawings, technical specifications, and preparing permit submittals for civil engineering projects.
• Managing and providing technical and design oversight in support of water infrastructure projects.
• Managing support staff, setting budgets and schedules, providing technical oversight, and providing QA/QC support.
• Managing design and plan production support of civil engineering design projects as part of a multi-discipline project team.
• Monitoring project metrics and providing input on invoicing to ensure that projects are profitable and hitting margins.
• Overseeing design calculations and assessments, preparing various reports, and overseeing the production of design drawings.
• Communicating regularly with clients to determine project scopes, set deliverable expectations, and provide project updates.
• Staying up-to-date with municipal infrastructure plans and future projects.
• Attending client/business meetings and giving project presentations/updates.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• BS in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering with Louisiana Professional Engineer (PE) registration or the ability to acquire a LA Professional Engineer (PE) quickly within 6-12 months of hire via reciprocity.
• At least 6 years of progressive experience in project management and the design of water/wastewater projects is preferred.
• Must have working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. Proficiencies with this software preferred.
• Candidates experienced with hydraulic modeling will be favored.
• Must be able to balance multiple work assignments on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational and technical skills.
• Solid communicator with strong writing and verbal skills.
• Must be self-motivated and work independently to complete work assignments but also able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Requires a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle and criminal record.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT:

• Preferably 10-15 years of experience in civil engineering water and wastewater design.
• Preferred experience includes project management and preparation of plans and profiles.
• Candidates with experience in acquiring permits from review agencies will be favored.
• Candidates experienced with design and plan production software including AutoCAD Civil3D, Revit, and/or similar products will be favored.

WHAT WE OFFER: Join a company that puts its employees first. Here are just some of the reasons to become part of the McKim & Creed team:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned.
• Competitive pay + paid holidays, bereavement and parental leave.
• Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery.
• Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options.
• Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more.
• Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities.
• Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way.

McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status.

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