Civil PE/PM - Water

The Opportunity
Tetra Tech’s San Antonio, Texas office is seeking a Civil Project Engineer/Project Manager to join our growing team. This role offers a unique opportunity for a motivated engineer who enjoys managing civil infrastructure projects while remaining hands-on with technical design. The position supports a diverse portfolio of projects including pipelines, pump stations, drainage, roadway, and related civil infrastructure.

About the Role

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Essential Job Functions

• Manage civil infrastructure projects including pipelines, pump stations, drainage, and roadway projects.
• Provide technical design support while leading project execution.
• Prepare and review engineering plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget to ensure high-quality delivery.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and maintain strong working relationships.
• Cook up with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and external stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and support their professional development.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Civil or Environmental Engineering in the State of Texas, or ability to obtain licensure within six (6) months.
• Minimum of five (5) years of related civil engineering experience.
• Experience with technical project execution and preparing and pricing scopes of work for proposals.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to travel periodically (approximately 15% or more).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with municipal or utility clients.
• Familiarity with Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) or local agency standards.
• Prior experience managing multiple projects concurrently.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform office-based work with occasional field visits to active project sites.
• Ability to walk, stand, and perform light to moderate physical activity, including occasional lifting of up to 25–50 pounds.
• Ability to operate a computer and standard office equipment for extended periods.
• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Additional Information

• Employment Type: Full-time.
• Work Location: San Antonio, Texas.
• Work Schedule: Standard business hours with flexibility based on project needs.
• Travel Requirements: Approximately 15% or more, depending on project assignments.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition. Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. We invite applications from all interested parties. Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities: LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs