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The Water/Wastewater Project Manager selected for this opportunity will gain key public sector experience in water and wastewater facilities projects that can effectively position you to pursue and obtain key, sought-after public sector jobs. We are looking for a Project Manager that has 8+ years of experience in providing project management for water and wastewater projects to work hybrid (on-site and remote) and either part-time or full-time (approximately 20-40 hours per week) in the Orange County area. 

Projects may include:

• Sewer Relocation or Rehabilitation Projects
• Pump Station Replacement and Rehabilitation Projects
• Wastewater Treatment Plant Rehabilitation and Expansion Projects
• Utility Systems (I&C)

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

• Lead engineering projects from planning and design through construction and post-construction phases.
• Develop project schedules, cost estimates, staffing plans, and budgets; monitor performance against goals.
• Direct project teams, assign tasks, and coordinate activities to ensure milestones are achieved.
• Inspect work for quality, manage project risks, and implement corrective actions when needed.
• Oversee the selection, coordination, and performance of outside consultants and contractors.
• Conduct project team meetings, prepare planning documents, and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
• Represent the District in meetings with community groups, agencies, and other stakeholders.

As a Water/Wastewater Project Manager, you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field
• 8+ years of professional project management experience
• Possession of a California Professional Engineer (PE) license, or Certificate in Construction Management (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Preferred: Public Agency experience
• 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