Senior Water Engineer / Project Manager

About the role

Imagine being an employee-owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members like yourself. Where a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability aren't just ideals - they're our foundation, and diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Join us, as together, we are Building a Better World for All of Us®. SEH is currently searching for a Senior Water Engineer / Project Manager to join our talented Water/Wastewater team!

“I was on vacation last week and had zero concerns that my colleagues would help out with anything that came into my inbox!” – GIS Analyst

“What company has a CEO who cares enough to seek out one-on-one conversations ranging from ‘How are you?’ to ‘What do you think would help the company?’ SEH, that's who.” – Civil Engineering Technician

“Having the feeling that my voice matters and believing that SEH truly cares about the employees is so satisfying!” – Sr Financial Analyst

“It feels good having colleagues and supervisors that provide support and resources for growth and learning!” – Civil Engineer

“This is the first company I've worked for with a true entrepreneurial spirit.” – Sr Mechanical Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams to develop practical, cost-effective solutions for water infrastructure projects, including treatment, pumping, conveyance, storage, and distribution systems throughout Minnesota and beyond.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Foster strong client relationships and serve as a senior client partner, maintaining long-term relationships and supporting clients from project planning through delivery and beyond.
• Support business development efforts.
• Mentor emerging professionals.
• Provide overall leadership for the planning, design, and delivery of water infrastructure projects.
• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers, setting technical direction and fostering a high-performing, collaborative culture.
• Guide the development of creative and resilient solutions to complex water challenges.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify and manage project risk, ensure quality, and drive consistent project outcomes.
• Support practice growth through proposal development, strategic pursuits, and expansion of client relationships and market presence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, or related engineering field.
• Professional Engineer registration.
• Significant experience leading the design and delivery of water and/or wastewater treatment and conveyance projects.

Qualifications

• Fifteen (15) years of experience leading market or regional growth strategies, with accountability for business development, client expansion, and delivery performance.
• Demonstrated success overseeing complex, multidisciplinary project portfolios, balancing strategic vision with operational execution.
• Ability to influence and collaborate at the executive level, partnering with internal leaders to shape investment priorities and long-term growth plans.
• Prior experience in, or strong alignment with, an employee-owned organization, embracing shared accountability for growth, profitability, and legacy.

Benefits

• 100% employee-owned – all team members share in the company’s success.
• Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training.
• Work arrangements that promote work/life balance.
• Flexible holidays enabling individuals to tailor their festivities.
• Paid Family Leave providing time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice.
• Opportunity to collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities.

Pay

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $140,000 and $180,000 based on skill set and experience.