Drinking Water Project Manager

About the role

The role is ideal for a technically strong and client-focused professional with expertise in potable water systems, water storage infrastructure, and emerging contaminants such as PFAS. In this position, you will play a key role in planning, evaluating, and designing water distribution and treatment systems for municipal and industrial clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full lifecycle of drinking water projects, including water distribution systems, storage facilities (tanks and reservoirs), booster pump stations, and treatment plants
• Evaluate and design treatment solutions for PFAS and other emerging contaminants, incorporating technologies such as granular activated carbon (GAC), ion exchange, and membrane systems
• Conduct and supervise hydraulic modeling, system capacity analyses, water distribution master planning, and lead service line inventory and replacement programs
• Perform water quality assessments and support compliance with federal and state drinking water regulations
• Manage project teams, including internal staff and subconsultants, while maintaining responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, and quality
• Prepare and present technical reports, plans and specifications, cost estimates, and client-facing deliverables
• Cook up and coordinate with regulatory agencies and support permitting efforts, including engagement with environmental and public health stakeholders
• Provide construction-phase services such as submittal review, RFIs, field observations, and startup/commissioning support
• Mentor and develop junior engineering staff, fostering technical growth and knowledge sharing across the team
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while supporting proposal development and strategic initiatives

Requirements

This is a hybrid role, offering the best of both worlds—collaborate in-office with a high-performing team and enjoy the flexibility of working remotely part of the week. We're committed to supporting work-life balance while maintaining strong team connection and project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, Environmental, or related Engineering discipline
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required, or ability to obtain within 6 months
• 8+ years of progressive experience in drinking water system planning, design, and infrastructure projects
• Strong expertise in water distribution hydraulics and modeling tools (e.g., WaterGEMS, InfoWater, EPANET)
• Demonstrated experience with water storage system design, including coordination with structural and operational considerations
• Familiarity with PFAS treatment technologies and evolving regulatory frameworks is highly desirable
• Comprehensive knowledge of water treatment processes, including filtration, disinfection, and advanced treatment systems
• Prowess with engineering and design tools such as AutoCAD and GIS preferred
• Experience with funding programs (e.g., State Revolving Fund, USDA Rural Development) is a plus

Skills

• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, regulators, and team members

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive health benefits package, paid time off, continuous learning opportunities, and a supportive work environment that values work-life balance. Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position. All offers are contingent upon a successful criminal background check. Fuss & O'Neill, Inc. is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Fuss & O’Neill participates in the Federal e-Verify program.