Project Manager (Water & Wastewater)

For over 60 years, DOWL has been recognized as an established, highly reputable, professional services consulting firm, recognizing that the foundation of our past, present, and future is our people.  DOWL’s foundation is built on four core values: Inclusion, Integrity, Innovation, and Inspiration.  These values are rooted in everything we do. As a valued partner in our Water & Environmental Services Practice Area, you will be one of the People Who Make It Happen!

DOWL is seeking an enthusiastic Project Manager to join our Water Supply and Wastewater group. DOWL’s team provides a wide range of services including water supply development, design of water distribution systems, storage tanks, pump stations, sanitary sewer collection systems and lift stations, as well as water and wastewater treatment processes.  Our projects and clients span the western United States from Alaska to Arizona and from Montana to Washington. The position will involve a wide range of responsibilities and cross-regional work assignments. DOWL also holds a number of rural Alaska term contracts which are focused on providing modern water and sanitary sewer systems to some of the most impoverished and remote parts of the State of Alaska. If you are interested in working cross culturally to assist in providing services that address basic human needs, DOWL will be a great fit for you. 

Summary 

The Project Manager is responsible for winning, managing, monitoring, and delivering projects that are high-quality, profitable and result in client satisfaction. People in this position have varied technical background that spans a variety of disciplines, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to quickly assimilate complex technical information in order to make informed decisions. The person in this position will demonstrate an advanced understanding of managing single-discipline projects, a basic understanding of managing aspects of a multidisciplinary project and learn how to fit each task together for successful marketing strategy followed by successful project delivery. The Project Manager we are looking for is technically proficiency and provides trusted leadership and guidance to less experienced team members as necessary. This position requires a seller-doer mentality and includes business development, client relations, staff leadership and business management responsibilities. This role also requires excellent interpersonal skills, a strong work ethic, solid judgement, and a desire to learn and grow. A Project Manager is expected to work well with others, absorb and apply constructive criticism, and seek guidance from more experienced members of the team as necessary. 

Job Responsibilities and Duties 

To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

Software 

• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) - Proficient 
• Projectwise, Newforma, Deltek Vison, UKG, Bluebeam - Proficient 

Technical Expertise 

• Demonstrates clear understanding of project-management technical terms and fundamentals. 
• Coordinates resolution of technical issues with project staff 
• Reviews and interprets technical drawings and documents. 
• May assist in preparation of technical documents as necessary. 

Teamwork, Communication, and Leadership 

Demonstrates excellent communication and collaboration skills in both a leadership and supporting role. Interacts with clients, teaming partners, and contractors resulting in client satisfaction. Takes responsibility for personal and team results and proactively seeks to assist and mentor others. 

Project Schedule and Delivery 

Plans and develops a project schedule that balances client needs and internal capacity. Oversees the on-time submittal of technical work products and deliverables. Schedules/leads internal and external project meetings to maintain project progress. Coordinates with resource managers to ensure adequate staffing is assigned to projects. 

Understanding Scope and Budget 

Demonstrates full proficiency with preparing scope of work and fee breakdowns that result in financial success for the firm. Monitors project financials, burn rate, and earned value and takes appropriate action to make adjustments in project direction as needed. Identifies project changes (e.g., scope, schedule, budget, project team, client team) quickly and obtains contract amendments or conducts other change management activities as needed. 

Business Development, Marketing, and Industry Standards 

Participates in business development and marketing efforts by meeting with clients and teaming partners, identifying leads for future work, positioning the firm to win those projects, and collaborating with others to successfully propose and win.  

Client Interaction 

Frequent communications with clients and teaming partners during project meetings, industry conferences, and other events. Manages communications between client, DOWL, and/or subconsultant staff. Serves as a company ambassador that fosters client satisfaction and loyalty. 

Other 

Other duties as assigned. 

Level of Responsibility 

Provides management and leadership for multiple projects of moderate size and complexity. Leads the development of scope, schedule, and budget for projects. Responsible for project quality, client satisfaction, and financial outcomes of assigned projects. Works independently with minimal oversight to complete pursuit development and business development tasks. Follows established procedures and exercises independent judgment on administrative projects with minimal management direction.   

Education and/or Experience 

• Bachelor's Degree required. 
• Years of experience required: 5 years 
• Years of experience required with advanced degree: 4 years 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations 

• PMP or equivalent desired. 
• DOWL PM certification required after a period of integration and training. 
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record. 

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and ability to adjust focus. 

Work Environment 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

Geographic locations are taken into consideration with respect to compensation.