Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Department: Water Resources

Reports To: V.P. of Water Resources

Location: Plainfield, Indiana

Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site

FLSA Status: Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY

Banning Engineering is seeking a Water / Wastewater Project Manager to plan, execute, and finalize water and wastewater projects according to deadline and within budget. The role coordinates the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants and manages resources to deliver projects according to plan. Our water resources team partners with growing communities across central Indiana to design environmental infrastructure, including water and wastewater treatment plants, distribution and collection systems, and stormwater systems.

This role suits a licensed professional who wants to grow a meaningful practice within a local, employee-owned firm serving local communities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create, execute, and revise project work plans as needs and requirements change.
• Identify the resources needed for each project and assign individual responsibilities.
• Provide technical oversight for water resources programs, projects, and deliverables.
• Manage the day-to-day operational aspects of a project and its scope and enforce project standards.
• Ensure project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
• Manage the project budget and report results to firm leadership as directed.
• Analyze project profitability, margins, bill rates, and utilization on an ongoing basis, no less than monthly and at project completion.
• Manage project scope and modify pricing and agreements as applicable when scope changes.
• Ensure project legal documents are completed and signed.
• Hold regular status meetings with the project team and communicate relevant information to leadership.
• Resolve or escalate issues in a timely manner, communicating sensitive information tactfully.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Hydrology, or a related field.
• Indiana State licensure.
• Three to five years of experience in water resources project management.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience partnering with municipal clients in central Indiana.

ABOUT BANNING ENGINEERING

Banning Engineering is a civil engineering and land surveying firm based in Plainfield, Indiana, with an additional office in Pendleton. We are 100% employee-owned through an ESOP trust, which means the people who do the work share in the success of the firm. Our team supports transportation, land development, water and wastewater, and surveying projects across Indiana, with a culture built on collaboration, ownership, and a genuine commitment to work-life balance.

BENEFITS

• 100% employee-owned (ESOP) — company shares are held in a trust on behalf of employees as a company-funded retirement benefit
• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development support, including licensure and continuing education
• Real work-life balance from a firm whose people will tell you it actually holds

Banning Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Pay: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person