Project Manager - Wastewater Engineering

About the role

Fehr Graham is seeking a Project Manager to lead wastewater projects. The Project Manager will provide technical guidance and services to ensure efficient, profitable, and timely project execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage wastewater solutions projects
• Resolve scheduling, staffing, and quality issues to deliver results on time and within budget
• Design and develop wastewater treatment systems, collection systems, and related infrastructure
• Prepare engineering plans, specifications, and technical reports for municipal and industrial wastewater projects
• Perform hydraulic modeling, process design, and system optimization
• Apply expertise in anaerobic digestion of biosolids, including system design, evaluation, and optimization for treatment efficiency and energy recovery
• Support and guide projects involving biosolids management strategies, including anaerobic digestion processes, regulatory compliance, and operational best practices
• Build and maintain client relationships
• Communicate ideas and technical concepts to co-workers and with clients on sensitive and complex matters
• Lead projects utilizing staff and sub-consultant resources to successful completion of projects on schedule and on budget
• Prepare client contract, statement of qualifications, priced proposals and contracts
• Quality control for assigned projects and clients
• Prepare documents and reports
• Perform work that involves non-conventional planning

Requirements

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering or a similar degree with appropriate experience
• 8 years of experience in engineering with 2+ years of Project Management experience
• A licensed Professional Engineer
• Navigate Illinois Environmental Protection Agency regulations with ease
• Proven client relationship management skills
• Smart worker and a team player
• Well-acquainted with wastewater processes, methods, and state and federal requirements, including biosolids treatment and anaerobic digestion systems
• Use engineering software
• Speak and write well
• Strong analytical and organizational skills

Qualifications

While a bachelor’s degree is preferred, a master’s degree or equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree. Applicants must also be licensed as a Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois.

Skills

• Project Management
• Engineering Software
• Wastewater Treatment Systems
• Biosolids Management
• Hydraulic Modeling
• Process Design
• System Optimization
• Client Relationship Management
• Technical Communication
• Quality Control

Benefits

At Fehr Graham, we offer:

• Medical/dental/vision
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Profit-sharing bonus plan
• Paid time off

Pay

$120,000 - $160,000 / year

Schedule

Full-time

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive work environment. Learn more about Fehr Graham's culture and projects on our website.

Contact

To apply, please visit our careers page or contact us directly.