Drinking Water/Wastewater Project Manager

About the role

The Project Manager II will lead water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including treatment systems and distribution or collection networks. This role is responsible for managing scope, schedule, and budget while coordinating internal teams and maintaining strong client relationships.

Responsibilities / Day-to-Day

• Manage water and wastewater projects from planning through design and delivery, with support from senior staff on more complex elements
• Cook up project scope, schedule, and budget, ensuring work is completed on time and within expectations
• Serve as a day-to-day client contact, supporting relationship management and communication throughout the project lifecycle
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, environmental, permitting, and field staff
• Support the design and development of potable water and wastewater systems, including treatment processes, system upgrades, and rehabilitation efforts
• Aid in preparing engineering plans, technical reports, specifications, and permit applications
• Evaluate existing infrastructure and contribute to developing practical solutions to improve system performance and reliability
• Support construction-phase services, including submittal reviews, RFIs, and coordination with contractors
• Identify and communicate project risks or challenges, working with senior team members to develop solutions
• Contribute to proposals and business development efforts, particularly with existing clients
• Provide guidance and support to junior staff, helping them grow their technical and project experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• Professional Engineer license
• 5 to 10 years of relevant experience
• Project management experience with budget and schedule responsibility
• Strong communication and client-facing skills

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement savings options
• The opportunity to own projects, not just support them, with real responsibility for scope, schedule, and client relationships
• The opportunity to broaden your technical and project management experience with a wide range of water and wastewater projects
• A clear path to grow into senior leadership, with opportunities to expand your influence, mentor others, and help shape the direction of the team
• Support from our in-house training and development team
• A flexible, hybrid work environment that supports productivity and work-life balance
• A culture where your work is visible and valued, you are trusted to make decisions, and your contributions directly impact project outcomes and client success
• A collaborative, team-oriented environment where you can share ideas, build relationships, and continue developing your leadership style
• Access to mentorship from experienced engineers and project managers
• Opportunities to build leadership skills through project ownership, client interaction, and team collaboration

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• Professional Engineer license
• 5 to 10 years of relevant experience
• Project management experience with budget and schedule responsibility
• Strong communication and client-facing skills