Waggoner Engineering
Project Manager / Client Account Manager
Waggoner Engineering, Jackson, Mississippi, United States, 39200
Project Manager / Client Account Manager - Waggoner Engineering
We are hiring a Project Manager / Client Account Manager for our Jackson, MS office to provide quality planning, designing and technical oversight to assist in delivering projects within budgetary and time constraints.
Department:
Water/Wastewater
Location:
Jackson, MS
Primary Responsibilities Project Management & Delivery
Plan and deliver engineering and planning projects from notice to proceed through completion.
Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, staffing plans, and risk mitigation strategies.
Monitor project performance, financial metrics, and client satisfaction.
Ensure compliance with contracts, regulations, design standards, and company procedures.
Coordinate subconsultants, utilities, and external stakeholders.
Oversee QA/QC processes to ensure high-quality deliverables.
Client Account Management
Serve as the primary client liaison and maintain trusted client relationships.
Communicate project status, risks, and opportunities to clients and internal leadership.
Administer contracts, including amendments, invoicing, reporting, and closeout.
Identify opportunities to expand services and support client growth strategies.
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Lead multidisciplinary teams of engineers, planners, and technical staff.
Coordinate with discipline leaders and support staff to execute projects and proposals.
Provide feedback on team performance and project delivery.
Business Development & Strategic Support
Support proposal development, scope definition, and fee estimation.
Represent the firm at client meetings, public meetings, and industry events.
Contribute to strategic planning and market growth initiatives.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience).
5+ years managing public-sector engineering or planning projects.
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing budgets, schedules, and risk.
Strong communication, leadership, and client relationship skills.
Preferred Qualifications
PMP, PE, AICP, or similar certification.
Experience with infrastructure, transportation, water, stormwater, or planning projects.
Knowledge of public-sector contracting, funding, and regulatory requirements.
Core Competencies
Project and financial management
Client relationship management
Team leadershipStrategic problem-solving
Clear communication
Accountability and attention to detail
Why Join Our Team We know work isn't only about what you do, it's also about who you work for and with! Waggoner Engineering provides a fun, family-friendly, and multicultural work environment that supports a work life balance, including:
WEI Incentive Program
Healthy Workplace Program
Employee Referral Bonus
Competitive Health Benefits
Career Development and Training
Flexible/Hybrid Schedule
Community Service Opportunities
Worldwide Travel Assistance
Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Senior Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Project Management and Information Technology
Industry Civil Engineering
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Department:
Water/Wastewater
Location:
Jackson, MS
Primary Responsibilities Project Management & Delivery
Plan and deliver engineering and planning projects from notice to proceed through completion.
Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, staffing plans, and risk mitigation strategies.
Monitor project performance, financial metrics, and client satisfaction.
Ensure compliance with contracts, regulations, design standards, and company procedures.
Coordinate subconsultants, utilities, and external stakeholders.
Oversee QA/QC processes to ensure high-quality deliverables.
Client Account Management
Serve as the primary client liaison and maintain trusted client relationships.
Communicate project status, risks, and opportunities to clients and internal leadership.
Administer contracts, including amendments, invoicing, reporting, and closeout.
Identify opportunities to expand services and support client growth strategies.
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Lead multidisciplinary teams of engineers, planners, and technical staff.
Coordinate with discipline leaders and support staff to execute projects and proposals.
Provide feedback on team performance and project delivery.
Business Development & Strategic Support
Support proposal development, scope definition, and fee estimation.
Represent the firm at client meetings, public meetings, and industry events.
Contribute to strategic planning and market growth initiatives.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience).
5+ years managing public-sector engineering or planning projects.
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing budgets, schedules, and risk.
Strong communication, leadership, and client relationship skills.
Preferred Qualifications
PMP, PE, AICP, or similar certification.
Experience with infrastructure, transportation, water, stormwater, or planning projects.
Knowledge of public-sector contracting, funding, and regulatory requirements.
Core Competencies
Project and financial management
Client relationship management
Team leadershipStrategic problem-solving
Clear communication
Accountability and attention to detail
Why Join Our Team We know work isn't only about what you do, it's also about who you work for and with! Waggoner Engineering provides a fun, family-friendly, and multicultural work environment that supports a work life balance, including:
WEI Incentive Program
Healthy Workplace Program
Employee Referral Bonus
Competitive Health Benefits
Career Development and Training
Flexible/Hybrid Schedule
Community Service Opportunities
Worldwide Travel Assistance
Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Senior Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Project Management and Information Technology
Industry Civil Engineering
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