Austin Area Leader - Senior Project Manager

Kennedy Jenks is actively seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead our dynamic team in Austin, Texas. This key leadership role is integral to the growth and success of our water/wastewater practice. As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in inspiring and guiding our team while strategically elevating our project delivery capabilities. This opportunity offers involvement in business growth, leadership in project delivery, and mentorship and development of engineering staff. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace culture that values equity, diversity, and inclusion, creating an environment that is both enjoyable and high-performing.Key Responsibilities:

Project Management: Coordinate and manage technical aspects of projects from planning through construction, focusing on water, wastewater, recycled water, and utility infrastructure projects of various scales.Business Development: Lead business development efforts, including client interaction, collaboration with marketing staff, proposal preparation, and participation in interview teams.Engineering Leadership: Direct project engineering activities, including studies, conceptual and preliminary design, final design, bidding, and construction support services.Project Financial Management: Perform project management activities such as contract negotiation, quality and financial performance management, coordination with subconsultants, and resolution of budget and schedule issues.Effective Communication: Maintain open and responsive communication with team members and clients, ensuring their needs are met effectively.Collaboration: Work collaboratively with technical teams, leveraging expertise from across the organization.Team Development: Supervise, mentor, and provide training for junior technical staff.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a related fieldProfessional Engineer (PE) license15+ years of relevant experienceStrong technical knowledge of the water/wastewater industryProven ability to deliver excellent client service and foster positive client relationshipsExperience in business development and salesExceptional written and oral communication skillsAbility to travel to KJ offices and client sites as needed.

Kennedy Jenks supports a healthy work-life balance and utilizes a hybrid model of home and office work, with a minimum of two days per week in the office. This approach empowers our people to thrive, collaborate, and achieve their full potential.Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs.This position is eligible for performance and incentive compensation.#LI-Hybrid