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# Lifecycle Project Manager

- **Company:** CareerCircle
- **Location:** Southfield, MI, United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $140,000.0 - $180,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Document Management Systems, Distributed Systems, Project Management Information Systems, Systems Development Life Cycle, Robotic Automation Software
- **Published:** August 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/mi/southfield/0bc8f13a-e4c8-466d-a6b7-d212951eaa7b

## About the Role

The ideal candidate will bring 10-15+ years of experience leading complex water projects, developing client relationships, mentoring technical staff, and driving projects from planning and design through construction and commissioning., * Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering.

 + Master's degree preferred.
 * Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
 * 10+ years of experience in municipal water treatment design and planning.
 * Proven experience leading complex water infrastructure projects.
 * Strong knowledge of water treatment processes, facility design, and regulatory requirements.
 * Experience managing project budgets, schedules, and client relationships.
 * Excellent communication, leadership, and team-building skills., * Leadership experience within a consulting engineering environment.
 * Familiarity with wastewater and stormwater systems.
 * Hydraulic modeling experience.
 * Experience developing client relationships and supporting business development initiatives., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors., Robotics
Budgeting
Visionary
Scheduling
Leadership
Automation
Innovation
Purchasing
Mitigation
Coordinating
Communication
Change Orders
Change Requests
Robotic Systems
Customer Service
Project Controls
Project Schedules
Project Management
Program Management
Project Performance
Project Documentation
Organizational Skills
Mechanical Engineering
Project Implementation
Artificial Intelligence
Project Risk Management
Field Service Management
Engineering Design Process
Interpersonal Communications
Continuous Improvement Process
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Systems Development Life Cycle
Milestones (Project Management)

## Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Water Engineering Leader to serve as the Michigan Water Lead, overseeing the planning, design, and delivery of municipal water infrastructure projects throughout the state. This is a highly visible leadership role for a seasoned professional with a strong technical background in water treatment systems, municipal infrastructure, and project delivery., * Serve as the Michigan technical lead for municipal water infrastructure projects.

 * Lead the planning, analysis, and design of water treatment facilities and distribution system improvements.
 * Manage projects from concept through construction, commissioning, and closeout.
 * Prepare and oversee technical reports, engineering calculations, equipment selection, and process designs.
 * Direct the development of construction plans, specifications, and supporting documentation.
 * Provide construction administration support, including field visits, site inspections, and resolution of technical issues.
 * Coordinate with municipalities, regulatory agencies, contractors, and internal project teams.
 * Mentor junior engineers and support the continued growth of the water practice.
 * Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards., This is more than a traditional project engineering role. The individual selected will serve as the Michigan Water Lead, helping shape the growth and direction of the firm's water practice. This position offers significant visibility, leadership responsibility, and the opportunity to influence the delivery of critical municipal infrastructure projects across Michigan., Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
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