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Kennedy/Jenks Consultants

Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

Kennedy/Jenks Consultants, Maud, TX


Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering and environmental consulting services today, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using new advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, and award-winning water reuse projects. We are known for our dedication to industry-leading client service and tailored solutions.

KJ is seeking an experienced Project Manager - Water/Wastewater in the Maui or Kauai area.

Key Responsibilities:

You are a leader that engages and motivates teams to provide unsurpassed client service. You will be responsible for managing projects from the planning phase through construction, providing engineering expertise on all aspects of small to large water/wastewater projects including, but not limited to, water distribution and transmission pipelines, sanitary sewer collection systems, tanks/reservoirs and pump stations, and/or water and wastewater treatment. You'll also work closely with our existing contacts in the water/wastewater industry to identify and develop new business opportunities. Your responsibilities will include:
  • Managing plan preparation and specifications
  • Project staffing
  • Coordinating with sub-consultants
  • Managing task schedules/budgets
  • Maintaining quality control
  • Coordinating activities related to planning, design and construction
  • Strong writing and communication skills will enable your team to deliver an exceptional work product
  • Some travel within the Hawaiian islands to project sites, for client visits/meetings and to other Kennedy Jenks offices will be necessary.

Qualifications
  • BS or MS in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or similar engineering field
  • 10+ years experience managing similar water/wastewater projects
  • Strong writing and communication skills will enable your team to deliver an exceptional work product
  • Ability to travel to project sites and potentially other Kennedy Jenks offices
  • Professional Engineer (PE) preferred
  • Strong technical knowledge of the water/wastewater industry
  • Demonstrated ability to provide excellent client service and interact positively with clients
  • Experience supporting business development
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Kennedy Jenks supports a healthy work-life balance and utilizes a hybrid model of home and office work to empower our people to thrive and achieve their full potential.

Work locations: Maui, HI • Kauai, HI • Interisland travel will be required.

Salary range for this position is expected to be $105,000 - $180,000, based upon education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications and geographic location.

Benefits summary: Medical, dental, vision, live and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs.

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As an employee-owned firm, Kennedy Jenks offers a unique company culture with a corporate commitment to maintaining a positive work/life experience with a flexible hybrid work environment. Kennedy Jenks provides competitive compensation that will vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, skills, licensure/certifications, seniority, and geographic location. We offer a full benefits package.
Kennedy Jenks is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.