Engineering Design Manager

About the role

MWH is currently seeking a highly experienced and technically skilled Engineering Design Manager to lead, manage, and coordinate the design efforts of complex water infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with municipal and/or industrial water/wastewater treatment facilities, and a proven track record of managing multidisciplinary engineering teams, overseeing quality, guiding permitting and regulatory compliance, and serving as a technical leader throughout design and preconstruction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering design efforts for complex, multi-discipline projects, ensuring alignment with budget, schedule, quality, and contractual commitments.
• Direct all phases of design (conceptual, preliminary, final), driving coordination across various disciplines.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all design-related issues, both internally and externally, with final technical accountability for overall project design and delivery.
• Supervise and mentor multidisciplinary teams, including project managers and senior engineers, while managing multiple concurrent projects as needed.
• Plan, schedule, and monitor the design process; lead internal and external design coordination meetings, P&ID reviews, and 3D model reviews.
• Ensure design compliance with the projects basis of design and company quality standards through regular interdisciplinary reviews and design verification activities.
• Support project managers in proposal development, resource planning, scheduling, benchmarking, cost estimating, and design change management.
• Oversee implementation and updates, ensuring adherence to company procedures and change management protocols.
• Evaluate staffing needs, assign resources effectively, and maintain accurate forecasting.
• Coordinate with subconsultants and external stakeholders; negotiate critical design issues and contract terms with clients and partner organizations.
• Engage in professional development activities such as publishing technical papers, serving on committees, and participating in industry organizations.
• Identify and support recruitment of new staff, participating in interviews and candidate selection.
• Provide construction-phase support, including site visits and constructability input during design.
• Foster strong client relationships, support business development efforts, and contribute to securing repeat and new project opportunities.
• Ensure availability of VDC tools, oversee record documentation, and support delivery of closeout materials (O&M manuals, as-builts, etc.).
• Travel as required for client meetings, site visits, and coordination efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field; or equivalent experience and training/education.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE).
• 10+ years of progressive design experience, including 5 years in design leadership or management role on large, multidisciplinary water infrastructure projects.
• 5+ years of experience on water or wastewater treatment plant projects.
• Proficiency in design software and tools (AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and BIM/VDC platforms).
• Knowledge of relevant codes, permitting, and jurisdictional requirements.
• Track record of successful client relationship management and business development.
• Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary teams.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel as required for project or client needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field; or equivalent experience and training/education.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE).
• 10+ years of progressive design experience, including 5 years in design leadership or management role on large, multidisciplinary water infrastructure projects.
• 5+ years of experience on water or wastewater treatment plant projects.
• Proficiency in design software and tools (AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and BIM/VDC platforms).
• Knowledge of relevant codes, permitting, and jurisdictional requirements.
• Track record of successful client relationship management and business development.
• Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary teams.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel as required for project or client needs.

Skills

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Experience with project management software.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in design software and tools.

Benefits

• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision.
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate.
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity.
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time).
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave.
• Paid Parental Leave Program.
• 10 Paid Holidays.
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program.

Pay

The anticipated salary for this position is budgeted at $130,000 - $160,000 per year.

Schedule

Not specified.