[Remote] Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Apex Companies is one of the fastest growing engineering and environmental consulting firms in the US, seeking to hire Water or Wastewater Project Managers. The role involves managing Civil Engineering design projects related to Water or Wastewater Infrastructure, providing technical leadership, and ensuring project implementation and accuracy.ResponsibilitiesManages project implementation with assigned project team and follows all company policies and operating procedures. This includes keeping the client informed of the on-going status of a project and providing adequate management, advice, and support to the members of the project teamInitiates projects by developing proposals/scopes of work and project budgets for approval by the Principal. For assigned projects, completes project initiation documents that includes detailed scope/outline, budget, and schedule for completionSupervises and directs individuals or teams of technical staff on projects and assists in the training and technical development of staff by holding training seminars, providing technical guidance during project execution, and bringing new technical developments in-houseConsults with other technical staff and Project Managers on technical challenges in the drinking water discipline while also providing independent technical reviews on projects for other water discipline leadersOversees the technical accuracy of project through regular communications with project staff, review of plans, specifications, reports, and calculations to ensure compliance with the firm's standardsTracks all projects costs, including labor and expenses, versus the project, and ensures that invoices are issued to the client in a timely manner in accordance with company policyOther tasks may include proposal preparation, participating in project interviews, attending public meetings, developing fee proposals, preparing contracts and presenting information to new and future potential clientsSkillsBachelor of Science Degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical or related Engineering discipline8+ years of related water or wastewater design experience, including project management experienceRegistered Professional Engineer or other Professional Registrations as appropriate for their primary field of expertise in State(s) where Apex does work or ability to obtain same by reciprocity is strongly preferredDemonstrated ability to work effectively with clients, staff, subconsultants and contractors through effective leadershipDemonstrated written and verbal communication skillsStrong understanding of state and federal regulatory framework and experience interacting with regulators in the local and technical areas where Apex does workMust have excellent written and verbal communication skills and a strong desire to manage and mentor junior staffValid driver's license and clean driving record is requiredBenefitsCompany-subsidized medical and dentalCompany-paid life, short, and long-term disability401k match, tuition assistance, and moreCross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projectsPerformance-based bonuses or other incentivesWorking with the best and brightest in the industry2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the USCompany OverviewApex is a national water resources and environmental services firm that provides single-source solutions for routine and complex projects. It was founded in 1988, and is headquartered in Rockville, Maryland, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.apexcos.com.