Job Description
Project Manager
Gradiant Corporation
Woburn, United States
Posting Start Date:  9/24/26

Date format: mm/dd/yy

Function:  Project Management

Internal Job Description

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.