Water/Wastewater Associate Project Manager

Apex Companies is a consulting and engineering firm focused on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact. We invest in employee development, offer autonomy and flexibility, and provide opportunities to work on diverse, high-impact projects. Our growth is driven by high-quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and a collaborative culture. All positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, and this role includes a $10,000 sign-on bonus under the company’s program.

About the role

The Northeast Division is seeking a Water/Wastewater Associate Project Manager to join our team in Quincy or Woburn, MA, or Providence, RI. This hybrid role is ideal for a candidate with a strong background in water or wastewater engineering and design, looking to expand into project management. Relocation assistance may be considered for candidates moving to New England.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Project Manager in planning, coordination, and execution of both large and small projects.
• Works within prescribed budgets and monitors performance weekly.
• Develops and negotiates scopes, fees, and schedules with sub-consultants under Project Manager guidance.
• Applies engineering knowledge to develop technical solutions for complex projects.
• Assists in developing and executing all aspects of the project scope of work.
• Ensures compliance with project schedules and budgets, reporting progress and identifying out-of-scope work.
• Gains project management experience by working closely with Project Managers.
• Manages financial performance on tasks or projects under their control.
• Serves as the Technical Lead for complex projects, coordinating among design disciplines and subcontractors.
• Manages project budgets and staffing under Project Manager oversight.
• Supervises and trains less experienced staff, providing daily guidance and input for annual reviews.
• Develops technical approaches, schedules, and fee estimates for proposals on large-scale projects.
• Maintains quality control by reviewing designs, calculations, assumptions, and basis of design.
• Coordinates and attends client meetings, including public hearings, and prepares oral presentations.
• Leads construction administration tasks such as progress meetings, submittal reviews, RFIs, change orders, and project closeout.
• Provides updates to the Project Manager on construction progress and schedules.
• Demonstrates awareness of corporate priorities, including quality, client satisfaction, and profitability.
• Understands contract terms and conditions, advising the Project Manager of any professional liability concerns.
• Participates in external associations, professional conferences, and authors or presents technical papers.
• Identifies potential claims and prepares documentation for the Project Manager.
• May manage direct reports, including workload, time/expense approval, and career development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a related discipline.
• PE license or ability to obtain one within 6 months.
• 5+ years of water or wastewater systems design experience in a professional services environment.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Strong technical writing skills.

Benefits

• Company-subsidized medical and dental insurance.
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401k match, tuition assistance, and performance-based bonuses.
• Cross-training and opportunities to work on a variety of projects.
• Collaborative culture with a national firm of 2,000+ employees across 70+ locations.

Pay

Annual expected pay range: $90,000 – $125,000 USD.