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Kennedy Jenks · 3 weeks ago

Austin Area Leader - Senior Project Manager

Austin, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$161K/yr - $182K/yr

15+ years exp

Kennedy Jenks is a leading engineering and environmental consulting firm founded in 1919, focused on innovation and sustainability. They are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead their water/wastewater practice in Austin, Texas, overseeing project delivery and mentoring engineering staff.

Service IndustryTransportationWaste ManagementWater

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Project Management: Coordinate and manage technical aspects of projects from planning through construction, focusing on water, wastewater, recycled water, and utility infrastructure projects of various scales

Business Development: Lead business development efforts, including client interaction, collaboration with marketing staff, proposal preparation, and participation in interview teams

Engineering Leadership: Direct project engineering activities, including studies, conceptual and preliminary design, final design, bidding, and construction support services

Project Financial Management: Perform project management activities such as contract negotiation, quality and financial performance management, coordination with subconsultants, and resolution of budget and schedule issues

Effective Communication: Maintain open and responsive communication with team members and clients, ensuring their needs are met effectively

Collaboration: Work collaboratively with technical teams, leveraging expertise from across the organization

Team Development: Supervise, mentor, and provide training for junior technical staff

Qualification

Civil EngineeringEnvironmental EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) licenseWater/Wastewater industry knowledgeBusiness developmentClient serviceTeam developmentCommunication skills