Project Manager – Water/Wastewater

Kennedy Jenks is seeking a driven Project Manager to join our team in Hawaii. We are looking for an individual who is solutions-oriented, has an entrepreneurial mindset, enjoys working collaboratively in a team environment, and maintains a client-service perspective. This is an exciting opportunity to chart your own path and thrive with Kennedy Jenks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide project management and engineering expertise on water/wastewater infrastructure projects, including but not limited to water distribution and transmission pipelines, sanitary sewer collection systems, tanks/reservoirs and pump stations, and/or water and wastewater treatment.
• Oversee design delivery, including plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Support and manage services during construction.
• Coordinate with in-house multi-discipline design teams (civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and controls, and architectural) and specialized sub-consultants.
• Manage all aspects of project delivery, including scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Participate in or lead business development efforts, including direct client interactions, proposal preparation, and interview teams.
• Collaborate with engineers and scientists at all levels to foster personal and professional growth within the industry. Mentor junior staff members and assist in hiring and recruiting efforts.
• Travel within the Hawaiian Islands to project sites, client visits/meetings, and potentially other Kennedy Jenks offices.

Qualifications:

• BS or MS in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or a similar engineering field
• 8+ years of experience managing water/wastewater projects
• Strong writing and communication skills to help your team deliver exceptional work products
• Ability to travel to project sites and potentially other Kennedy Jenks offices
• Professional Engineer (PE) or the ability to obtain PE registration within 6 months of hire
• Strong technical knowledge of the water/wastewater industry
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent client service and maintain positive client relationships
• Experience supporting business development efforts
• Ability 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 to empower our team members to thrive and reach their full potential.

Salary range for this position is expected to be between $105,000 and $180,000, depending on education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications, and geographic location. This position is eligible for performance and incentive compensation.

Benefits Summary: 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.

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