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Stormwater Project Manager
Summary/objective
The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing projects from inception to completion. The PM ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet specified quality standards. Responsibilities include managing resources, mitigating risks, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The PM fosters strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members, contributing to the growth and success of Cedarville Engineering Group, LLC (CEG).
Work responsibilities
- Serve as Project Manager/Engineer for the administration of Stormwater Management Program Plans under the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) program and other state and federal stormwater programs, such as PAG-01/PAG-02.
- Assist municipal clients in coordination and permit compliance with federal, state, and local agencies such as the USEPA and Pa. DEP; area planning and watershed organizations; and neighboring cities and towns.
- Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to provide technical assistance to municipalities to improve water quality and reduce impacts to receiving water bodies.
- Support the development of ordinance, policies, design guidelines, and standard operating procedures to improve stormwater management, and including stormwater planning such as Act 167 and other planning processes.
- Present at municipalities' meetings and organizations' functions.
- Assist in the identification, scoping, design, costing and implementation of projects to address stormwater issues, including utilizing green infrastructure and incorporating climate resiliency.
Essential functions
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
The Project Manager level for which a candidate may be offered a position will vary based on background and experience.
Project Manager I:
- Project Planning: Develops project plans, including defining scope, objectives, and deliverables.
- Documentation: Maintains accurate project documentation, including schedules, reports, and correspondence.
- Task Coordination: Coordinates day-to-day project activities including tasks and resources.
- Communication: Leads communication between team members and stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and issue resolution.
- Budget Monitoring and Invoicing: Track project expenses and prepare budget and invoices and monitors to ensure alignment with financial goals.
- Risk Management: Identify potential risks and issues takes appropriate action, including resolution or reporting them to more senior staff for resolution.
Project Manager II:
- Project Execution: Lead project planning sessions, develop detailed project schedules, and oversee execution to ensure adherence to timelines and objectives.
- Resource Management: Allocate and manage resources effectively, including coordinating with subcontractors and vendors.
- Client Interaction: Engage with clients and stakeholders to provide updates, manage expectations, and address any concerns or changes.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and client specifications through regular reviews and inspections.
- Risk Assessment: Proactively identify and assess project risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimize impact.
- Reporting: Prepare and present regular project status reports to stakeholders, highlighting progress, issues, and risks.
Project Manager III:
- Strategic Planning: Develop and drive the strategic vision for complex, high-impact projects, aligning them with organizational goals and objectives.
- Leadership: Provide leadership and mentorship to junior project managers and team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
- Complex Problem Solving: Address and resolve complex project issues and challenges, using advanced problem-solving techniques and decision-making skills.
- Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
- Budget and Financial Oversight: Oversee comprehensive budget management, including forecasting, cost control, and financial reporting for large-scale projects.
- Compliance and Regulations: Ensure all projects comply with relevant regulations, standards, and organizational policies, including safety and quality requirements.
- Innovation and Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives, incorporating lessons learned and industry best practices to enhance project management processes.
Project Supervisory responsibilities
While the role is not managerial, the PM plays a key role in ensuring efficient coordination of activities and compliance with contracts and relevant regulations.
Work environment
The Project Manager operates in a dynamic and demanding environment where managing projects can be stressful due to tight deadlines, budget constraints, and unforeseen obstacles. The role requires the ability to handle pressure with composure and maintain a focus on quality and efficiency. Significant time is dedicated to managing project documentation, necessitating keen attention to detail and proficiency with project management software and tools. The PM must effectively juggle multiple tasks and responsibilities, often facing competing priorities. While the majority of work is conducted in an office setting, occasional site visits are expected to oversee project progress and address on-site needs. Extended hours, including evenings and weekends, may be necessary to meet project deadlines or manage emergencies.
Physical demands
The role requires the ability to stand for long periods and may involve walking, standing, climbing, and moving around uneven terrain. Additionally, the position may require sitting at a desk for extended periods. The physical demands of the job necessitate a level of physical endurance and flexibility to adapt to various working conditions.
Travel required
Ability to travel up to 25%. Most work is local to southeastern Pennsylvania, but work may sometimes occur throughout the Mid-Atlantic area.
Required education and experience
- Possession of a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil/Environmental Engineering or Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Planning/Policy or other related discipline. EIT or PE preferred for engineering candidates.
- At least 3+ years of work experience, with at least 1 year of experience in stormwater management or compliance.
- Possession of strong interpersonal, communication, planning, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects of various complexities with competing interest and multiple funding sources.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions for presentation to supervisors, colleagues, clients, etc.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a team-driven environment.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and leaders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite to include Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook; experience with GIS applications a plus.
Preferred education and experience
- Project Management education/certification is a plus.
- Certification as a PE, PG, PMP, AICP or similar are encouraged.
Additional eligibility requirements
A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle are required.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment.
- Career growth opportunities in a company committed to excellence and innovation.
Salary range:
$85,000 - $100,000
EEO statement
CEG is an Equal Opportunity Employer (E.O.E.). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without unlawful regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or other protected status under federal, state or local law. Neither the job postings or descriptions here, nor any submission of your resume, should be construed as an offer or guarantee of employment.
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce
152 East High Street, Suite 200
Pottstown, PA 19464
Phone: 610.326.2900