Sr. Project Manager

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Job description

Engineering - Senior Project Manager

(Exempt)

Under general supervision of the Senior Group Manager, Water Programs, the incumbent will use independent judgment, initiative, and interpersonal skills to execute capital programs through coordination with Operations, Environmental Compliance, and Engineering Department staff as well as consultants and contractors. Project work shall include capital and operations project management, coordinating with other project managers on QA/QC duties (project deliverables, program budgets, etc.), and providing project management and technical oversight of water projects focusing on water distribution, treatment, pumping, and storage projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop a long-range strategic planning processes for the Authority's Water Treatment, Distribution, Pumping, and Storage assets

Plan, coordinate, manage, and oversee designs of projects specializing in water treatment, distribution, pumping, and storage capital improvement projects

Manage consultant and contractor work through planning, design, and construction phases, including budgets, development, and updates of schedules for design, bidding and construction, and monitoring progress and performance against the planning and design project scopes of work (deliverables, budget, and schedule)

Review and approve change orders and payment requests to outside consultants and contractors

Prepare, review, and evaluate design/construction project schedules; investigate and resolve schedule conflicts on capital improvement projects

Oversee & update Water Group documents (contract documents, specifications, bid tab data, etc.) to ensure consistency between projects

Provide QA/QC reviews of planning and design project deliverables for Water Projects and Programs

Review and prepare RFPs for consultant services, bid documents, board resolutions, etc. for Water Projects; evaluate and approve selected consultants and contractors

Evaluate changes to planning and design projects that substantially impact their scope, budget, and/or schedule and recommends and implements approved corrective action to adhere to the approved project schedule and budget

Assist in developing policies, procedures, and templates, or cash flow projections, as needed

Maintain records and prepare accurate reports, correspondence, etc. as requested or required

Manage area of responsibility in strict accordance with applicable laws, professional standards of conduct, regulations and established policy including union agreements to ensure fair and standardized treatment of employees

Provide mentorship to Project Managers and Engineering staff

Prepare for and participate in external community outreach meetings

Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Extensive ability to develop and implement best practices to promote continuous improvement, operational efficiencies, and innovation

Strong management skills (planning, organizing, analysis, problem solving, team working, employee development)

Strong knowledge of the planning and design and/or management of water capital and operations projects and familiarity with typical municipal procurement requirements

Proficient in supervising and directing the work of assigned professional, technical, and clerical personnel; to plan, monitor and evaluate the work of self and PWSA consultants

Working knowledge of multi-discipline projects with preference for experience with multiple-prime contracts

Ability to manage and prioritize a heavy workload while meeting deadlines

Critical thinker and problem solver

Possess sound judgement, logical reasoning, integrity, and good ethics

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with one's supervisor, colleagues, outside agencies, government officials, community representatives, and the public

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, the ability to operate a personal computer and other office equipment as required

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

The following requirements list the minimum education/training/experience required to qualify for this job. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be accepted.

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.

A total of twelve (12) years of engineering experience with at least six (6) years of Project Management experience. Experience with water treatment pumping, distribution, and storage projects required.

Professional Engineering License in Civil Engineering or related field issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or must apply and receive this License within 6 months of employment.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicant must present a current, valid Class C (Class 1) Motor Vehicle Operator's License at the time of application or prior to appointment. A valid driver's license must be maintained throughout employment.

Applicant must have permanent residency within one of the following Pennsylvania counties at the time of appointment and remain a resident within one of the noted counties throughout employment with the PWSA: Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Lawrence, Indiana, Washington, or Westmoreland.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED / RECEIVED

No direct reports / Will receive supervision directly from the Senior Group Manager, Water Programs.

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.

The physical demands consist of walking, climbing stairs, finger movements including fine dexterity and coordination, hearing conversation, seeing near and far, and speaking clearly. Frequently bending, stooping, repetitive leg and arm movements, lifting up to 25 lbs.

CONDITIONS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to a moderate or quiet noise level in the office work environment.

Periodic on-site field investigations during all seasons is likely.

Subject to remain on duty beyond normal hours or during emergency situations or other extensive periods.

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