Drainage Project Manager
Project Manager (Stormwater / Transportation)
Location: Dallas-Fort Worth, TX (Hybrid)
Duration: 12-Month Contract (Potential December Start)
License: PE Required
Overview
Our client is seeking experienced Project Managers to support a growing portfolio of municipal infrastructure projects. The highest-priority need is within the Stormwater group, though transportation-related project experience is also highly valued. This is a hands-on project management role focused on delivering projects from concept through construction and closeout.
The ideal candidate will be a licensed PE with approximately 5-10 years of experience who can independently manage projects, coordinate stakeholders, and oversee all phases of delivery. This is not a director-level or executive oversight position.
Responsibilities
- Manage projects from initiation through construction and closeout
- Lead project scoping meetings and develop project plans
- Prepare and review contracts, scopes, and level-of-effort estimates
- Coordinate procurement and project advertisement activities
- Oversee design reviews, consultant teams, and utility coordination
- Manage property, easement, and utility relocation requirements
- Coordinate with city staff, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders
- Prepare council agenda items, presentations, and supporting documentation
- Lead public meetings and stakeholder engagement efforts
- Attend preconstruction meetings and site visits as needed
- Review invoices, manage budgets, and monitor project schedules
- Develop recovery plans and risk mitigation strategies for delayed projects
- Maintain project documentation and reporting within project management systems
Project Types
Stormwater (Priority Need)
- Pipe rehabilitation projects
- Channel restoration projects
- Drainage and flood mitigation improvements
- Emergency response and pipe collapse repairs
- Large-scale stormwater relief and mitigation programs
Transportation
- Roadway and transportation infrastructure projects
- Intersection improvements
- Traffic signal projects
- Municipal capital improvement programs
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required
- 5-10 years of civil engineering or project management experience
- Experience managing municipal infrastructure projects
- Background in stormwater, drainage, transportation, or public works projects
- Construction management experience preferred
- Ability to manage projects through the full project lifecycle
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Location Requirements
- Preference for candidates located in the DFW area
- Remote candidates may be considered if able to attend the office, project meetings, public meetings, and key project milestones as required
- Ability to travel locally throughout the DFW market when needed
Project Load
- Typical workload of approximately 6-7 active projects
- Potential responsibility for up to 10 projects based on complexity and project phase
This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on PE who enjoys owning projects from cradle to grave and working directly with municipal clients on impactful transportation and stormwater infrastructure improvements.
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