Pape-Dawson

Project Manager

• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes.
• Lead and mentor project teams in the preparation of engineering designs, reports, calculations, permitting documents, and presentations.
• Prepare and negotiate proposals, contracts, and client agreements.
• Develop responses to RFQs, solicitations, and bond applications for utility district and public sector clients.
• Attend client, municipal, and board meetings to present project progress and provide technical expertise.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, public agencies, and community leaders.
• Support the technical and professional development of team members.
• Contribute to company-wide design standards, QA/QC processes, and best practices.

Project Manager – Water/Wastewater

Engineer

• Lead and produce complete engineering designs, including plans, specifications, reports, calculations, and estimates, in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements
• Evaluate design alternatives, apply sound engineering judgment, and select solutions that balance technical quality, constructability, cost, and schedule
• Coordinate technical work with project managers, internal disciplines, subconsultants, and external stakeholders
• Review and oversee work prepared by engineers, EITs, designers, and technicians to ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality
• Prepare and review technical reports, studies, and documentation using standard engineering and office software tools
• Support project delivery by identifying technical risks, resolving design issues, and contributing to schedule and budget adherence
• Communicate effectively with clients, agencies, and project partners, representing the company with professionalism and confidence
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior staff, supporting their professional development
• Participate in professional, technical, or community organizations to support continued growth and industry engagement
• Uphold company values and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team environment
• Lead the planning and design of water distribution and wastewater collection systems
• Perform and review hydraulic modeling and system analyses
• Prepare and manage regulatory permitting submittals and responses
• Support design of treatment facilities and review contractor submittals during construction

Project Engineer – Water/Wastewater

• Support the development and maintenance of geospatial data, maps, and reporting products while working under the guidance of experienced GIS professionals
• Create GIS data layers, maps, tables, reports, and other spatial deliverables using ESRI's ArcGIS suite and related applications
• Prepare, edit, and maintain geospatial datasets in accordance with project standards and quality requirements
• Collect, verify, organize, and manage spatial data from a variety of internal and external sources
• Perform basic spatial analysis and data updates using established GIS workflows and methodologies
• Support engineering, planning, and environmental teams by producing accurate mapping products and visualizations
• Collaborate with senior GIS staff while continuing to develop your technical knowledge and GIS best practices
• Contribute to a team culture focused on quality, innovation, and continuous improvement

GIS Technician

• Collect, convert, organize, and analyze geospatial data to support a variety of engineering, planning, and infrastructure projects
• Create high-quality maps, exhibits, and visualizations that help clients make informed decisions
• Prepare GIS project documentation, metadata, and maintain accurate spatial databases
• Collaborate with internal project teams and clients to understand project needs and deliver effective GIS solutions
• Assist with data management, quality control, and GIS workflow improvements
• Stay current with emerging GIS technologies, software, and best practices while continuously expanding your technical skills
• Work closely with senior GIS professionals who will provide mentorship and guidance as you develop your expertise
• Apply established GIS methods while gaining experience solving real-world geospatial challenges
• May assist in coordinating the work of GIS Technicians and Drafters on project tasks

GIS Analyst I

General

• Serve as the primary point of contact for visitors, clients, vendors, and employees by providing professional reception and front desk support.
• Manage the flow of visitors, deliveries, and office traffic by greeting guests, directing individuals to the appropriate contacts, and ensuring established security and visitor procedures are followed.
• Coordinate incoming and outgoing mail, packages, shipping, and receiving while maintaining accurate tracking and communication.
• Coordinate conference rooms and shared resources, including reservations, calendars, room setup, audiovisual needs, and hospitality.
• Support business operations by coordinating travel arrangements, registrations, scheduling, and other administrative needs.
• Support building operations by submitting and monitoring facility service requests and coordinating with property management, service providers, and vendors to ensure timely resolution of facility-related needs.
• Manage office supplies, inventory, equipment, and shared resources by procuring, stocking, organizing, and maintaining common areas, breakrooms, printers, and other shared spaces to ensure the office remains clean, functional, and ready for employee use.
• Provide administrative support and assist with special projects as needed.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Client Relations Specialist

Accounts Receivable

• Lead day-to-day A/R and collections activities, with a focus on reducing past-due balances and improving cash flow
• Review A/R aging regularly and help prioritize collection efforts, including 31+, 61+, 90+, and high-risk accounts
• Support and maintain a disciplined follow-up cadence for past-due invoices
• Help prepare, monitor, and manage key A/R reporting, including aging trends, Top 50 past-due accounts, collection notes, dispute status, and escalation items
• Partner with customers’ Accounts Payable contacts to resolve payment delays, missing invoices, portal issues, disputes, short pays, and payment status questions
• Ensure collection notes are clear, timely, consistent, and actionable
• Identify accounts requiring escalation and partner with leadership on the appropriate next steps
• Work closely with Billing, Project Set Up, Cash Applications, and Operations to identify and resolve issues that delay payment
• Partner with Project Managers to obtain needed project information, customer contacts, approval status, billing backup, dispute resolution, or collection support
• Help ensure A/R becomes a regular and professional part of customer and project conversations
• Assist with customer account research, invoice questions, payment application issues, and process gaps
• Support acquisition integrations by helping bring new customer A/R processes, contacts, and balances into the standard Shared Services model
• Provide daily support, coaching, and guidance to A/R team members
• Help assign work, monitor progress, and ensure follow-up is completed timely
• Serve as a point of escalation for complex customer or internal issues
• Promote accountability, consistency, and professionalism across the A/R process
• Help train team members on collections best practices, system usage, customer communication, documentation standards, and escalation expectations
• Support a collaborative team culture focused on service, ownership, problem-solving, and continuous improvement
• Identify recurring issues that slow down collections, such as missing contacts, billing disputes, portal requirements, unapplied cash, invoice delivery issues, or unclear ownership
• Recommend and help implement process improvements across A/R and the broader Order-to-Cash cycle
• Support the development of standard work, procedures, templates, and reporting tools
• Assist leadership with A/R metrics, trend analysis, and status updates
• Help strengthen controls, visibility, accountability, and consistency within the A/R function

Accounts Receivable Lead

Proposal Manager

• Lead the development and refinement of resume and project data for priority pursuits or sectors.
• Conduct detailed interviews with technical staff to collect and clarify project roles and experience.
• Guide junior team members in effective data gathering, documentation, and formatting practices.
• Oversee data entry and accuracy in CRM and digital asset systems.
• Review existing content libraries to identify gaps, ensure consistency, and support strategic positioning.
• Collaborate with proposal and marketing teams to align content with pursuit strategy.
• Support standardization of templates, formatting guidelines, and data practices across the team.
• Recommend enhancements to internal workflows or tools based on evolving proposal needs.

Senior Proposal Coordinator

Vice President

• Oversee all phases of project delivery, from planning and conceptual design through final design, permitting, and construction or implementation support.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise managers, project leaders, and senior technical staff; support professional development and succession planning.
• Manage multiple teams and complex projects concurrently, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client expectations.
• Review and approve proposals, scopes of work, budgets, and client agreements to ensure alignment with company standards and business objectives.
• Support business development activities, including pursuit strategy, proposal development, RFQs/RFPs, and client interviews.
• Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, public agencies, industry partners, and community leaders.
• Ensure consistent application and advancement of company design, production, and quality control standards across projects and teams.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, operations, and finance to assess staffing needs, resource allocation, and market conditions.
• Represent the company through active participation in professional associations, industry organizations, and civic groups.
• Serves on the leadership team, and works directly with the President to determine and live out the performance, culture, strategies, and tactics needed to support the needs of the business today and for the future.
• Leads new solution development and life cycle management for the segment through a cross-functional team.

Associate Vice President – Public Works

• Support Project Managers and senior Project Controls professionals in coordinating and executing project controls activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist with maintaining project budgets, monitoring labor utilization, tracking project costs, and supporting project revenue forecasting.
• Assist with project billing, invoicing, Work in Process (WIP) management, and Accounts Receivable (AR) tracking to support healthy project financial performance.
• Collect, validate, and organize project cost, schedule, and performance data to ensure accuracy across project management and financial systems.
• Assist in developing, updating, and maintaining project schedules and milestone tracking using project scheduling software.
• Prepare recurring project reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators that support Project Managers and leadership in monitoring project performance.
• Support project forecasting by collecting project information, identifying performance trends, and assisting with budget updates.
• Assist with documenting scope changes, maintaining project documentation, and supporting project change management activities.
• Maintain project files and document control systems in accordance with company standards.
• Develop proficiency with the firm's ERP system, project scheduling software, and reporting tools used to support project delivery.
• Support the continuous improvement of project controls processes, reporting tools, templates, and best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Project Controls Specialist – Project Delivery

• Lead and produce complete engineering designs, including plans, specifications, reports, calculations, and estimates, in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Evaluate design alternatives, apply sound engineering judgment, and select solutions that balance technical quality, constructability, cost, and schedule.
• Coordinate technical work with project managers, internal disciplines, subconsultants, and external stakeholders.
• Review and oversee work prepared by engineers, EITs, designers, and technicians to ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality.
• Prepare and review technical reports, studies, and documentation using standard engineering and office software tools.
• Support project delivery by identifying technical risks, resolving design issues, and contributing to schedule and budget adherence.
• Communicate effectively with clients, agencies, and project partners, representing the company with professionalism and confidence.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior staff, supporting their professional development.
• Participate in professional, technical, or community organizations to support continued growth and industry engagement.
• Uphold company values and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
• Lead traffic and transportation design tasks, including intersection geometry, signing, pavement markings, and traffic control.
• Prepare and review traffic studies such as traffic impact analyses, safety assessments, and operational evaluations.
• Coordinate with agencies on traffic design standards, approvals, and technical reviews.
• Lead roadway and highway design efforts, including development of plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Evaluate design alternatives related to alignments, typical sections, right-of-way impacts, and cost.
• Lead the planning and design of wastewater collection systems.

Project Engineer – Public Works

• Process client payments and apply them to the correct client accounts
• Accurately apply and reconcile cash receipts across multiple payment channels
• Ensure timely and accurate posting of all cash receipts to the general ledger
• Conduct comprehensive research and analysis of unapplied cash, short pays, overpayments
• Perform detailed account reconciliations and investigate payment discrepancies
• Independently resolve complex cash application exceptions
• Monitor daily cash activity and identify trends and opportunities for operational improvement
• Prepare and analyze daily, weekly, and monthly cash application and reconciliation reports

Cash Application Specialist

• Overseeing project teams managing the planning, evaluation, design, construction, and rehabilitation of water and wastewater treatment facilities and related infrastructure
• Leading multidisciplinary project teams through all phases of project delivery
• Mentoring and supervising managers, project leaders, and senior technical staff
• Managing multiple teams and complex projects concurrently
• Reviewing and approving proposals, scopes of work, budgets, and client agreements
• Supporting business development activities
• Developing and maintaining strong professional relationships with clients, public agencies, industry partners, and community leaders
• Ensuring consistent application and advancement of company design, production, and quality control standards across projects and teams
• Collaborating with executive leadership, operations, and finance to assess staffing needs, resource allocation, and market conditions
• Representing the company through active participation in professional associations, industry organizations, and civic groups

Associate Vice President – Water/Wastewater

• Provide executive leadership for major water and wastewater projects—from studies and preliminary reports to design, bidding, and construction services
• Oversee the technical quality and regulatory compliance of all engineering deliverables
• Serve as Engineer of Record, certifying plans and documentation as required
• Act as the primary client liaison, maintaining strong stakeholder relationships throughout project lifecycles
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies to secure necessary project permits and approvals
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and resource plans to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery
• Mentor and support junior engineers and project managers, promoting continuous professional development
• Drive business development initiatives, including proposal writing, client presentations, and strategic growth planning for the water resources division.

Vice President – Water/Wastewater

• Lead and mentor a dynamic group of technical professionals – engineers and technical support- to serve our clients well
• Engage in the proposal and client agreement development and execution
• Develop trusting professional relationships with clients, public agency officials and community leaders
• Be respectful of client time-lines through effective coordination of project tasks, budgets and schedules
• Champion the professional development of each member of a project team according to each member’s individual goals and career path
• Participate in the development of company design and production standards to continue excellence within our technical expertise
• Be open to new ways of accomplishing goals
• Seek guidance from other leaders; be open to suggestions in various aspects of project management
• Give back to our community by actively participating in professional associations and civic organizations

Project Manager – Residential Land Development

Program Manager

• Lead and mentor a team of archeologists from field techs to principal investigators
• Provide technical oversight, QA/QC, and ensure consistency across deliverables
• Manage large, complex projects from proposal through completion
• Oversee all phases of cultural resources work, including field investigations, analysis, and reporting
• Ensure compliance with NHPA, ACT, UDC, and other applicable regulations
• Participate in and lead fieldwork efforts
• Lead and support proposal development, including pricing and risk analysis
• Build and maintain strong client relationships across public and private sectors
• Oversee preparation of technical reports and compliance documentation