Senior Project Manager - Water & Municipal Services - DLZ Corporation

DLZprofessionals are focused on protecting our water resources.  Our staff of experienced engineers and environmental specialists are an integral part of the firm’s multidisciplinary approach to water projects.  DLZ's water services team focuses on developing solutions-based approaches to water, sanitary, storm, and combined sewer overflow (CSO) conveyance and storage needs.  We strive to build community partnerships and utilize our vast expertise to solve complex management, planning, design, and construction challenges.

DLZ Corporation is an award-winning, full-service organization, which has provided complete project management, surveying, construction administration, engineering and architectural design services for nearly 100 years. In 2016, DLZ was named Design Firm of the Year by Engineering News-Record (ENR) Midwest.  In addition, DLZ is consistently ranked as one of (ENR)'s Top 150 U.S. Design Firms, a Top 100 Pure Design Firm, Top 50 Program Management Firm,  Top 100 Construction Management for Fee Firm; and a Top 50 Trenchless Design Technology Firm. DLZ has also been recognized by Roads & Bridges magazine as a Top "Go-To" Design Firmfor road and highway, storm water, and mass transit design.

DLZ Corporation has an opportunity for a Senior Project Manager in the Water and Municipal Services Group in the Western Michigan area. This position will serve as a client manager including business development for our Grand Rapids, Muskegon, Kalamazoo and St. Joseph offices.

Design/Project Management Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage public works engineering projects from planning and procurement through start-up and construction.
• Business and project fee development for site-civil, water, storm water and wastewater projects at treatment plants, distribution and conveyance systems.
• Review proposed contracts to determine significant parameters, time schedules and mileposts and define the major task areas.
• Direct the planning and development of the project scope, procedures, and budget.
• Ensure contractual commitments are met and the work is being performed according to the client's instructions.
• Maintain effective relationships with members of all divisions and departments responsible for performing services in connection with the project(s).
• Monitor fees and budgets; report problems to the appropriate Department and Division Managers.
• Prepare or direct the preparation of progress and special reports to staff and clients.
• Obtain client's acceptance of work, coordinate completion of final project paperwork and preparation of final report.
• Mentor less experienced staff members
• Be actively involved in civic and professional activities, societies and organizations.
• Ensure all work is performed in a safe and responsible manner, in accordance with the company
• Health and Safety Plan.
• Possess aptitude to act as a positive representative of the company and its core values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Business Development Responsibilities:

• Develop relationship and grow the business footprint on the west side of the state
• Be actively involved in civic and professional activities, societies and organizations.
• Track Capital Improvement Plans, Master Plans, RFP, etc. to look for opportunities to add projects/clients to grow the DLZ presence on the west side of Michigan
• Split time between various offices to develop relationships with staff and get to know clients
• Support the team in expanding DLZ’s project portfolio with existing clients
• Coordinate with DLZ team members to add additional municipal clients.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related engineering field or equivalent with 20 years of experience in a junior or similar role; a comparable combination of education and experience can be considered.
• Professional Engineer (PE) Registration in the state of Michigan required
• Ability to visit and safely traverse construction and project sites, complying with all applicable safety codes and requirements.
• Must possess a level of proficiency with software programs inherent to successful completion of the work assigned.

Benefits:

At DLZ, we offer an excellent benefits package, including:

• Health, dental, and vision
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Health savings account
• 401(k) - Regular and Roth
• Paid Parental leave
• Life & AD&D insurance
• Short- and Long- Term disability
• Innovative wellness program with wellness reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer:

At DLZ we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. DLZ is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer; employment decisions are based on business needs, merit, and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws. True innovation and success come from respecting, empowering, and leveraging the unique perspectives, skills, and experiences of everyone.