Mid-Atlantic Water Resources Program Manager

Overview

Apex Companies is a growth-focused consulting & engineering firm seeking motivated professionals who want development and growth in their careers. A Water Resources Senior Program Manager (SPM) has expertise in a specialty area within their practice, demonstrated exemplary project performance, and experience in estimating, planning, managing projects, maintaining budgets and schedules, leading teams, pursuing growth initiatives, client management, and writing competitive proposals.

Project experience in MS4 stormwater regulations and implementation, design and permitting, stormwater inspection and compliance, repairs, construction, stormwater best management practices, and water or natural resource related areas.

We are recognized for exceptional service and have earned awards for project excellence. Our goal is to grow, and we want you to grow with us.

• 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.
• Demonstrate leadership in project execution, client management, and business development.
• Assist in training, mentorship, and technical development of Project Managers and staff.
• Consult with technical staff and Project Managers on technical issues 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 clients and at public meetings to review and discuss project details.
• Lead projects through development to completion, identifying schedules, scopes, budget estimates, implementation plans, QA/QC, and risk management.
• Understand contract risks, terms and conditions, and professional liability matters; mitigate risk as required in consultation with divisional and regional leadership.
• Subject matter expert in specific practice area(s).

• Initiate Projects:
  Prepare proposals/scopes of work and project budgets for approval by Division Manager. For assigned projects, complete project initiation documents with detailed scope/outline, budget, and schedule for completion.
• Manage Project Implementation:
  Ensure steps and procedures follow company operating procedures and that work is completed as planned. Keep the client informed of ongoing status and provide management and support to the project team.
• Coordinate/Communicate with Peers and Subconsultants:
  Work with other project managers to avoid schedule conflicts due to changes in projects.
• Provide Technical Advice:
  Contribute to recommendations for assigned projects and others when requested.
• Prepare High Quality Reports:
  Produce high-quality technical memoranda and reports.
• Client Management:
  Meet with clients regularly to discuss projects, evaluate performance, and identify opportunities for cross-selling with current clients or referrals.
• Budget Tracking and Invoicing:
  Track project costs against budgets and ensure timely client invoicing.
• Coordinate with accounting on routine project management tasks including invoicing, accounts receivable, project setup, and closeout.
• Relationship Building:
  Solicit new clients/projects and explore potential cross-selling across practices; set up meetings and participate in proposal development as needed.

• BA/BS in Environmental Science, Civil/Environmental Engineering or related field.
• 12+ years of industry experience in project and client management.
• Ability to grow water resources programs through project expansion and staff hires.
• 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 high attention to detail.
• Excellent safety record and understanding of safe work practices.

• 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.
• Perfor…