Water/Wastewater Treatment Project Manager

About the role

Freese and Nichols is seeking a Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary teams in the design and execution of large-scale water and wastewater treatment projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage the design of water and wastewater treatment facilities from planning through construction
• Oversee the development of technical deliverables, including process evaluations, design drawings, reports, and specifications
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers and designers across multiple offices and disciplines
• Cookordinate scope, schedule, and budget to ensure high-quality, on-time project delivery
• Serve as primary client contact, maintaining communication, trust, and long-term relationships
• Collaborate with subject matter experts on advanced technologies such as MBR, RO, IFAS, and desalination
• Support proposal development and participate in business development with existing and prospective clients

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or other related field
• 8+ years of experience in water and/or wastewater treatment design and project execution
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one U.S. state (required)
• Demonstrated experience managing complex municipal treatment projects
• Strong organizational skills, leadership presence, and client management ability
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

Freese and Nichols offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an annual bonus, paid overtime, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. The firm also provides a flexible work environment with a hybrid schedule and an alternative work schedule program.

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The firm offers a flexible work schedule with up to 40% remote work and an alternative work schedule program providing a day off every other Friday.

Contact

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