Sr. Project Manager (Water/Waste Water Design) Job in Houston 77001, Texas Us
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Sr. Project Manager (Water/Waste Water Design), Houston, TX
Parsons provides comprehensive solutions to many of the world’s most complex water quality, supply, treatment, watershed, and wastewater infrastructure projects and has for more than 60 years. Our water services encompass planning and design, resource engineering, treatment systems, construction, program management, and alternative project delivery methods— such as design-build or construction management at risk. In addition, Parsons has effectively addressed supply, storm water, sedimentation, and flood control issues around the globe. When the challenge is water, the choice is Parsons.
Need:
Parsons is in need of a Sr. Project Manager (Water/Waste Water Design) who:
Provides direction and management for medium to large sized projects and ensures on-schedule completion within or below budget in accordance with contractual obligations. The Project Manager is responsible for the scope development, scope management and performance of the project to meet project goals and objectives. Plans and defines project goals and develops methods to accomplish them; obtains an in-depth knowledge of client objectives, contract terms, and corporate policies. Typical projects range up to $30 million in total installed cost. The successful candidate should have Water, Wastewater and Storm Water detail design capabilities and specification writing skills. This person will be able to lead a team of design engineers and will also serve as a Client Service Manager and be involved in Business Development activities.
Acts as the Company representative with the client and selected subcontractors during the program execution. Negotiates changes to the scope of work with the client and key subcontractors. Markets and secures additional work with client. Responsible for following up on instructions and commitments associated with the project.
May participate in negotiations with regulatory agencies and in public meetings in support of clients.
Oversees establishment of Project Execution Plan, Health and Safety Plan, Quality Assurance/Quality Control Plan, and other documents as required.
Establishes the program requirements for all areas of the project, and monitors the draft and final deliverables for adherence to these criteria. Responsible for the development and distribution of a one to two-page description of the project to all members of the project team for reference.
Plans, directs, supervises, and controls the execution of all business, technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of the assigned project. Assigns responsibility for executing project plans to key subordinates after careful assessment of how to utilize their qualifications and strengths. Provides input to performance reviews and development plans for subordinates. Field responsibilities may include labor relations, local procurement and payroll operations, etc., if required.
Mobilizes company resources, through liaison with support departments, other offices, or subsidiaries, to create project teams capable of completing effective, quality work. Discusses the qualifications required of the key project positions in specific detail with the profit center and department managers. Collaborates with the office facilities staff to address project space requirements.
Works with other managers, project engineers, and discipline leads to develop budgets, schedules, and plans for the various elements of a project. Ensures that the project meets or exceeds goals established in these plans.
Works with the key project individual to devise and execute actions plans to rectify potential cost overruns or delays, or to accommodate significant changes to the scope of work. Advises the client and company management of any such changes. The Project Manager is specifically responsible for maintaining current and timely change orders.
Promotes technical and commercial excellence on the project through application of Quality Assurance processes. Monitors and reports to management on the progress of all project activity within the program, including significant milestones, and any conditions, which would affect project cost or schedule. Establishes weekly meeting to review project status and formulate action items.
Requirements: Minimum 4-year degree in Engineering or related technical/business field with a preference for an advanced degree and at least 12-15 years of related work experience is required particularly in water, wastewater and storm water design and specification development. Candidate should have a strong technical and a general management background and experience with municipal utilities. PE in the state of TX is a requirement or ability to obtain. Candidate will also be involved in Business Development activities. Candidate must be able to meet Parsons’ project management certification requirements. Proven ability to perform in a management capacity, excellent written and oral communications skills, and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations are also required. In addition, must be knowledgeable of current technology and how it can be effectively utilized on the project. Competency in CADD, and Microsoft products. *** Local Candidates are highly preferred. Parsons offers an ethical, challenging, diverse, rewarding and fun work experience where enthusiastic, responsible people use their energy, talent and dedication to make a difference in the world. Candidates are encouraged to apply at https://parsons.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?lang=enjob=08610 or www.parsons.com/careers . We provide career growth and development, a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; tuition reimbursement program; credit union membership; Employee Stock Ownership Plan and a 401(k) plan. Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. M/W/D/V. Founded in 1944, Parsons, an engineering, construction, technical, and management services firm with revenues of $2.7 billion in 2010, is 100% owned by the Employee Stock Ownership Trust. We have been named by the Ethisphere Institute as one of the World’s Most Ethical (WME) Companies for 2011, our second consecutive year on this prestigious list. This We conquer the toughest logistical challenges and deliver design/design-build, program/construction management, professional services, and innovative alternative delivery solutions to private industrial customers worldwide as well as to federal, regional, and local government agencies. Parsons is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus on infrastructure, environmental, and defense/security. Currently, more than 10,500 Parsons’ employees are engaged in more than 4,500 projects in 50 states and 24 countries. These dedicated workers speak 72 languages collectively, and hold more than 7,900 college degrees and professional registrations. Parsons' employees continue to go anywhere in the world, meet every technical and management challenge, and persevere until the job is done.
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