Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

As a Drinking Water/Wastewater Project Manager at RETTEW, you will have the opportunity to manage and oversee a range of projects from start to finish. Your responsibilities include defining project objectives and scope, managing budgets and schedules, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring strong client relationships. You'll prepare project reports, present proposals to clients, and resolve any issues that arise during the project's lifecycle. Additionally, you will coordinate the workflow of your team and mentor junior staff, fostering a collaborative environment while meeting project deadlines.

To be considered for the Drinking Water/Wastewater Project Manager role at RETTEW, you should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biological Engineering, or a related field. A Professional Engineer (PE) license in Pennsylvania or the ability to obtain it within a year is also required. Additionally, candidates are expected to have a minimum of five years of experience in water and wastewater project management, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software.

In your role as a Drinking Water/Wastewater Project Manager at RETTEW, you will manage an exciting variety of projects. These include the design and management of wastewater collection and treatment systems, drinking water distribution and treatment systems, and innovative membrane treatment approaches for both municipal and industrial applications. You will also be involved in biosolids management and renewable energy development projects, providing a diverse experience in the water and wastewater sector.

RETTEW places a strong emphasis on professional development for its Drinking Water/Wastewater Project Managers. The company promotes a culture of mentorship and coaching, encouraging employees to continually enhance their skills. As a project manager, you will have access to training resources, technical workshops, and opportunities to develop team subject matter experts, which can help you grow both personally and professionally within the firm.

As a Drinking Water/Wastewater Project Manager at RETTEW, you can expect a collaborative and supportive work environment. Your role will involve coordinating with various team members and working closely with clients to ensure project success. The firm values open communication, and you will often engage in meetings and discussions with stakeholders to facilitate effective project management. RETTEW fosters a culture of teamwork, making it a great place to grow your career.

It's important to discuss specific projects you've managed, emphasizing your role, the challenges faced, and how you successfully led the team to completion. Highlight any complex regulatory environments you've navigated and the results achieved. Providing quantitative results can further strengthen your response.

Explain your approach to developing project schedules and budgets, including the tools you use. Share examples of past experiences where you effectively managed budget constraints and ensured project milestones were met on time, demonstrating your ability to adapt to changes as needed.

Discuss how you prioritize communication, transparency, and responsiveness in your interactions with clients. Share a specific instance where you resolved a conflict or exceeded a client's expectations to strengthen the relationship, showcasing your commitment to client satisfaction.

Highlight your familiarity with federal and state regulations concerning water and wastewater projects. Describe your process for staying current with regulatory changes and ensuring that your team's work adheres to all necessary compliance standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Select a specific project that had significant challenges, explaining what the issues were and the strategies you employed to overcome them. This could involve adapting to unforeseen circumstances, allocating resources differently, or negotiating with stakeholders.

Share your approach to mentorship, including how you guide junior staff towards their career goals. Discuss any formal or informal training methods you engage in, and give examples of improvements you've seen in mentees as a result of your guidance.

Discuss your communication style and how you ensure everyone's voice is heard within the team. Share specific practices you use to mediate conflicts and help team members work together effectively to maintain a productive working environment.

Clearly outline the project management tools you’re experienced with, such as MS Project or other industry-specific software. Talk about how these tools help you track progress, manage timelines, and facilitate communication within the team and with clients.

Describe your systematic approach to risk assessment, including how you identify potential risks early in a project. Talk about the strategies you implement to mitigate these risks and ensure the project stays on track.

Your answer should reflect your knowledge about RETTEW, its values, and the projects you would be involved in. Highlight specific aspects of the company's culture and mission that resonate with you, and explain how you envision contributing to its goals.