Project Manager

PROJECT MANAGER

Department: Engineering

Reports To: Vice President of Project Execution

FLSA Status: Exempt

Updated: 2.5.2024

Aqueous Vets® (AV®) is seeking talented, capable applicants to fill several key roles for our growing organization.

AV is a leading vertically integrated manufacturer and supplier of water treatment systems that protect public health and the environment by removing PFAS and other contaminants of emerging concern (CECs). As a trusted industry leader, AV pairs its team of seasoned engineers and water industry professionals with an innovative, entrepreneurial approach to creating cutting-edge solutions for each end user. From concept to commission, AV’s turnkey solutions encompass a full range of capabilities, including design, manufacturing, installation, commissioning, and exemplary, long-term customer service. A proud member of the Bain Double Impact family, AV is passionate about ensuring sustainable social and environmental impact in the communities it serves.

Description:

The Project Manager will organize, manage, plan, and execute complex projects for the organization, including research, development, contract execution, and engineering implementation efforts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Leads an interdepartmental team to deliver an assigned project on time, within budget, to specifications, and with accuracy and efficiency.

· Outlines the tasks involved in the project and completes or delegates accordingly.

· Conducts cost analysis, estimating expected costs for the project.

· Implements a budget based on project cost estimates.

· Conducts risk assessments; reports identified risks to management; provides recommendations for mitigation of risk.

· Addresses questions, concerns, and/or complaints throughout the project.

· Acts as a liaison between company, customers, and vendors.

· Communicates and collaborates with sales and marketing teams to provide training and information required to promote and sell new projects, programs, and systems.

· Ensures compliance with federal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, specifications, and best practices.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Experience in municipal and public bid submittal and engineering processes.

· Knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn pressure vessels, fluid handling systems, meters, valves, and other instrumentation required for municipal water systems.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

· Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

· Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn about the project or product being developed.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

· Comfortable with Microsoft Teams, email, phone calls and texts as primary communication tools.

· Proficient with PM software and operating principles. Experience with Zoho Projects and Business Central/Microsoft Dynamics is highly desirable.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be professional, proactive, and positive. Having a passion for exceptional customer service and support is a must. Being sensitive to the unpredictable demands and uncertainties associated with municipal project delivery and customer service is a requisite to delivering superior results and exceeding the expectations of our customers.

Education and Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in related field, which may include Computer Science, Business, or Engineering, required.

· At least five years of related project management experience required.

· PMP, PgMP, CAPM, and/or comparable project management certifications are highly desirable.

Physical Requirements:

· Remote location expected. Location in the eastern time zone preferred but not required.

· Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

· Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

· Will be asked to travel to visit customers, vendors, or different company locations as needed.

Aqueous Vets® is an equal opportunity employer. We commit to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin, or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic predisposition, marital, civil union or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.