Senior Project Manager

Kforce's client is looking for a Senior Project Manager for a 9+ month assignment. This position is based in Downtown Phoenix, and may require travel in the Valley (expense reimbursement available). This is a fully on-site position and requires availability for in-person interviews and timely project startup following selection. Summary: This role is responsible for managing capital improvement and infrastructure projects related to municipal water and wastewater systems. The position involves hands-on oversight throughout the full project lifecycle, including planning, design, procurement, and construction. Responsibilities include:

• Managing replacement and rehabilitation projects at water and wastewater facilities and within public rights-of-way
• Actively participating in project planning, design development, and construction management
• Developing project scopes, cost estimates, and supporting long-range capital planning efforts
• Procuring and administering professional services and construction contracts
• Performing technical reviews of engineering plans, specifications, and construction documents
• Coordinating design and construction activities with internal operations staff, customers, and other public agencies or departments
• Overseeing projects that may include large-diameter water pipelines, pump stations, storage tanks, reservoirs, pressure-reducing valve stations, wells, sewer mains, manholes, lift stations, and related infrastructure
• Integrating final construction documentation into asset management and work management systems
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Arizona is preferred
• 3+ years of experience in civil engineering, architecture, or a related technical field
• 3+ years of experience in water or wastewater engineering design, plan review, inspection, construction, or project management

2+ years of experience managing consultants and contractors on capital improvement or large-scale infrastructure projects, including:

• Development of scopes of work
• Review of proposals and payment applications
• Permitting coordination
• Review of design and construction drawings
• Demonstrate strong technical and project management experience in water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Knowledge of engineering principles applicable to municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and practices used in municipal infrastructure projects