Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

Here at Mott MacDonald, we are experts in engineering, management, and development services supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. One of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves in our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through the connected thinking of our 20,000+ talented consultants. Sustainability and innovation are at the heart of all of our sectors which, in North America include Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

Mott MacDonald seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, and experienced Senior Project Manager with at least 10 years of experience in water and wastewater infrastructure projects to join our Lakewood, CO office. In this role, you will serve as the Project Manager on water and sewer pump stations, collection systems, distribution systems,  and lead the technical development of proposals.

The position offers excellent potential for professional growth and the opportunity to collaborate not only with water resources personnel, but with our many practices including dams, geotechnical, energy, and transportation. The qualified candidate must have strong leadership and project management experience. 
Responsibilities are as follows:

• Serve as project manager on large and complex projects with multi-discipline project teams  
• Serve as project manager, supervising less experienced project engineers on smaller less complex projects
• Supervise and direct preparation of planning studies, evaluations, and feasibility studies for water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure projects
• Supervise and direct preparation of plans and specifications for new facilities and rehabilitation of existing facilities
• Supervise and direct construction engineering support services.
• Lead the technical development of proposals

We invite applications from candidates with the following experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Environmental or similar)
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer in Colorado
• 10+ years total experience in planning, design, and construction management of water, and wastewater infrastructure projects for major utility clients
  • Experience with Denver Water is preferred, but not required
• Strong technical skills and technical leadership experience, preferably including water or wastewater pumping stations, and linear infrastructure 
• 5+ years experience in managing multi-discipline project teams

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you! 

Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

At Mott MacDonald, we provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave and company paid life insurance. 

The expected salary for this position is $$132,000- $161,000

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills. 

Equal opportunity is the law.

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.

More about Mott MacDonald

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