Management Consulting/Asset Management Project Manager

Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management services with a focus on innovation and sustainability.

Using advanced analytics technology and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects from planning through construction.

KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, award-winning water reuse projects, and efficient construction management practices that ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery. We are known for our dedication to industry-leading client service and tailored solutions.

KJ is seeking an Asset Management professional to join our Management Consulting Team with the primary responsibility of leading projects and programs in Texas. This role offers an exciting opportunity to focus on business growth, project delivery, leadership, and mentorship of staff.

KJs Management Consulting Team is a diverse group centered on the objective of helping our clients develop effective workflow processes to capture high-quality data used to make informed decisions. We employ effective utility management and asset management practices to achieve these goals.

If you possess strong project management skills, technical expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to driving success and innovation, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Asset Management Consulting
• Support the development and implementation of asset management plans and programs.
• Conduct asset inventories, calculate life-cycle costs, set service levels, prioritize repair & replacement projects, and execute long-term financial planning.
• Ensure efficient utilization, maintenance, and sustainability of organizational assets.
• Support efforts in business development, including client interaction, collaboration with marketing staff, proposal preparation, and participation in interview teams.
• Support the development of effective utility management studies (EUM), including gap analysis, strategy development, and execution support.
• Provide advisory services related to the selection, implementation, and long-term use of computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) software.
• Apply reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) and reliability-centered design (RCD) principles in the formation of maintenance strategies.
• Supervise and support junior staff in their development.
• Travel as needed for client meetings, project site visits, conference attendance, etc.

Project Management

• Perform project management activities, including preparing and negotiating professional services contracts, managing the quality and financial performance of projects, coordinating with subconsultants, and identifying and resolving budget and schedule issues.
• Build, supervise, and mentor project teams and foster a collaborative and productive work environment.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering, Geography, Management, Information Systems, Environmental Science, or similar
• 10 years of combined experience in consulting with municipal utilities or working at a municipal utility
• Strong technical knowledge of the water-wastewater industry
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent client service and interact positively with clients
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with strong communication skills
• Certification in one or more of the following: Professional Engineer (PE), Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM), Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE), Institute of Asset Management Certification (IAM)

About Kennedy Jenks

If youre a strategic thinker passionate about driving innovation in asset management, wed love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career with Kennedy Jenks.

Work-Life Balance

Kennedy Jenks supports a healthy work-life balance and utilizes a hybrid model of home and office work with a minimum of two days per week in the office. This approach empowers our people to thrive, collaborate, and achieve their full potential.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range for this position is expected to be between $130,000 and $175,000 and may vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, licensure, certifications, and geographic location.
• This position is eligible for performance and incentive compensation.
• Benefits Summary:
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) bonus opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional registration support
• Competitive PTO and holiday plan
• Other benefits and programs

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kennedy Jenks is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Skills

Asset Management, Budgeting, Business Development, Business Growth, Communication Skills, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Construction, Construction Management, Construction Planning, Consulting, Continuous Improvement, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Customer Relations, Customer Service Tools, Customer Support/Service, Data Quality, Environmental Design, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Impact, Environmental Sciences, Establish Priorities, Financial Planning, Gap Analysis, Geography, Green Construction, IAM - Information Assurance Management, Information Technology & Information Systems, Leadership, Management Consulting, Marketing, Mentoring, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Engineer, Professional Services, Project Planning, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Proposal Writing, Quality Management, Reliability Centered Maintenance, Reliability Engineering, Risk Management, Safety/Work Safety, Strategic Planning, Sustainability, Team Player, Time Management, Water Reuse, Willing to Travel

About the Company

Kennedy/Jenks Consultants Inc