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Mid-Atlantic Water Resources Program Manager

Rockville, MD

Are you highly motivated, hard-working, and seeking to join a growth-focused environmental consulting & engineering firm? Are you looking for a company that will invest in your development and grow your professional skills? If so, consider a career with Apex.

Powered by record sales, extraordinary client retention, strategic acquisitions, and an entrepreneurial spirit, Apex Companies is one of the fastest growing environmental consulting and engineering firms in the US. We take pride in keeping our clients happy and have earned numerous awards for project excellence. We continue to grow, and we want you to grow with us.

A Water Resources Senior Program Manager (SPM) has acquired the requisite experience and technical knowledge to be recognized within the firm as having subject matter expertise in a specialty area within their practice area and has demonstrated exemplary project performance and effectiveness in estimating, planning and managing projects, maintaining budgets and schedules, managing teams, leading growth initiatives, client management, and writing effective competitive proposals. Project experience in MS4 stormwater regulations and implementation, design and permitting, stormwater inspection and compliance, repairs, and construction, stormwater best management practices and water or natural resource related areas. Your Responsibilities as a Senior Water Resources Program Manager:

· Supervise and direct individuals or teams of technical staff or Project Managers on multiple complex projects and/or less complex projects in public and private sectors.

· Consistently demonstrate leadership skills in project execution, client management, and business development.

· Assist in the training, mentorship, and technical development of Project Managers and staff.

· Consult with other technical staff and Project Managers on technical issues in their area of expertise and provide technical or QA/QC reviews on projects.

· Work with minimal direction or supervision through demonstrated success with similar project responsibilities.

· Make technical presentations to the client and at public meetings to review and discuss project details.

· Lead projects through project development through completion identifying schedules, scopes, budget estimates and implementation plans including QA/QC and risk management.

· Understand contract risks, terms and conditions, and professional liability matters, and mitigate risk as required, in consultation with divisional and regional leadership.

· Subject matter expert in specific practice area(s).

Project Management:

· Initiate Projects: Prepare proposals/scopes of work and project budgets for approval by Division Manager. For assigned projects, complete project initiation documents that include detailed scope/outline, budget, and schedule for completion.

· Manage Project Implementation: With assigned project team, ensure that all steps and procedures are taken according to company operating procedures and that all work is completed as planned and scheduled. This includes keeping the client informed of the on-going status of a project and providing adequate management, advice, and support to the members of the project team.

· Coordinate/Communicate with Peers and Subconsultants: Work with other project managers to avoid or eliminate conflicts in schedule due to the changes in various projects.

· Provide Technical Advice: Contribute to the development of recommendations for assigned projects and others, when requested.

· Prepare High Quality Reports: Demonstrates excellent writing skills through the consistent production of high-quality technical memoranda and reports.

· Client Management: Meet regularly with clients to discuss current projects, evaluate firm performance, and identify other business or cross-selling opportunities either with current clients or through referrals.

· Budget Tracking and Invoicing: Track all projects costs, including labor and expenses, versus the project, and ensure that invoices are issued to the client in a timely manner.

· Coordinates with accounting staff on routine project management responsibilities including invoicing, accounts receivable, project set-up, and project closeout.

· Relationship Building: Solicit New Clients/Projects. In interfacing with potential or existing clients, listen for and seek out new projects that may exist or being formulated within your discipline or the potential for cross-selling additional practice areas. Set up meetings and/or participate in the development of proposals requested.

What we're looking for:

· BA/BS in Environmental Science, Civil/Environmental Engineering or other related field.

· 12+ years of industry experience in both project and client management.

· Ability to grow water resources program through expansion of projects and hiring of staff.

· Professional License preferred.

· Experience in water resources required.

· Experience with technical oversight, project management, and business development.

· Ability to mentor and train staff.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

· Excellent technical communication skills and strong attention to detail.

· Excellent safety record and understanding of safe work practices.

Why you'll love working for us:

· Company-subsidized medical and dental.

· Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.

· 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.

· Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.

· Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.

· Working with the best and brightest in the industry.

· 1,500+ employee national firm with 50+ locations across the US.

· The anticipated salary for this position is $140,000 - $160,000 but could be more or less depending on skills, experience and location.

 

 

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