Project Manager

About this role

Project Manager

Gradiant Corporation

Phoenix, United States

Posting Start Date: 10/9/26

Date format: mm/dd/yy

Function: Project Management

Gradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients’ mission-critical operations in the world’s essential industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Gradiant’s innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston-headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,400 employees worldwide. Discover us at www.gradiant.com

Role Overview

Project Manager will lead complex, multi-discipline water/wastewater projects, managing scope, schedule, budget, and risk. The candidate will be responsible for client relationship management, business development (proposals/presentations), and mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

Project Execution and Delivery Management

• Deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contractual requirements and quality standards.
• Manage all phases of project execution from contract award through final handover and closeout.
• Monitor project performance against established milestones, deliverables, budgets, and schedules.
• Drive successful project outcomes while maintaining customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

Construction and Site Managerment

• Lead and oversee all site construction, fabrication, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Develop, implement, and maintain site construction plans and execution strategies.
• Assign, monitor, and coordinate construction activities to ensure timely completion of work packages.
• Ensure construction activities are performed in accordance with approved methods, specifications, and project requirements.

Client and Stakeholder relationship Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout project execution.
• Facilitate project meetings, progress reviews, and status reporting with clients and stakeholders.
• Provide technical and project-related guidance to customers, contractors, vendors, and project teams.
• Foster collaborative relationships to ensure alignment on project objectives and expectations.

Resource and Planning team leadership

• Lead, direct, and coordinate internal and external project resources, including contractors, subcontractors, and fabrication personnel.
• Ensure project teams possess the necessary skills, training, and development opportunities to execute assigned work.
• Establish performance expectations, workload planning, and milestone-driven objectives.
• Promote accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement among project personnel.

Quality Assurance and Control

• Oversee project quality programs to ensure compliance with contractual specifications and company standards.
• Conduct or participate in quality inspections, audits, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), and supplier evaluations.
• Verify that all construction, fabrication, and installation activities meet required quality standards.
• Address quality concerns and implement corrective actions when necessary.

Project Controls and Documentation Management

• Maintain comprehensive project records, documentation, and reporting systems.
• Ensure timely preparation, review, submission, tracking, and archiving of project documents.
• Collaborate with document control personnel to maintain traceability and compliance.
• Monitor project progress and communicate status updates to stakeholders.

Risk Management and Operational Planning

• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop proactive plans to address schedule, cost, safety, quality, and operational risks.
• Monitor project execution strategies and adjust plans as necessary to maintain project objectives.
• Ensure work methods, risk assessments, and mitigation measures are clearly communicated and implemented.

Commercial and Financial Management

• Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cost performance.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, efficiency improvements, and margin enhancement.
• Manage project variations, change orders, and commercial opportunities.
• Support financial reporting and ensure project activities align with contractual obligations and profitability targets.3

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) preferred.
• Expertise in water treatment processes, strong communication, and project management software proficiency.
• 5-8 years of experience in water/wastewater consulting.

Gradiant is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.