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The Senior Project Manager selected for this opportunity will gain key public sector experience in water infrastructure repair that can effectively position you to pursue and obtain key, sought-after public sector jobs. We are looking for a Senior Engineer that has 5+ years of experience in water utility engineering and project management to work on-site and full-time (approximately 40 hours per week) in the Costa Mesa area. 

Projects may include:

• Water Reservoir Repairs – Drain, Service, and Disinfection
• Pump Station Upgrade and Repair
• Street Paving over Pipeline Installation

As a Senior Project Manager, your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Lead and actively manage complex construction projects from planning through completion, ensuring quality, compliance, and successful delivery
• Develop, review, and manage project schedules and budgets, tracking costs, analyzing savings opportunities, and supporting value engineering efforts
• Review and approve key financial and project documents including change orders, invoices, and payment applications
• Oversee the full contracting process—preparing and administering contracts, developing RFPs/RFBs, leading pre-bid meetings, and evaluating proposals to support award recommendations
• Coordinate and monitor construction contracts, including submittals, RFIs, contract amendments, and change orders
• Partner with engineering consultants and inspection teams to ensure projects meet technical specifications and regulatory requirements
• Review and approve construction inspection reports, ensuring work is completed to standards
• Manage the Pipeline Integrity Program

As a Senior Project Manager, you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of increasingly responsible professional water utility engineering experience including project management experience
• Licensed California Professional Engineer (PE)
• Knowledge of operations, services, and activities of an engineering and construction.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship in the U.S.)
• Valid CA Driver’s License and proof of insurance