Project Engineering Manager - Water/Wastewater

The Opportunity

As the Project Engineering Manager for Water & Wastewater, you will manage execution of the engineering component of multiple traditional, design-build, design-bid-build, and collaborative delivery projects including advanced treatment facilities, underground conveyance, and carbon neutral solutions. In this role, you will:

• Lead a multi-discipline team of engineers and technicians on high-profile municipal projects

• Supervise and mentor engineering staff, identifying developmental growth opportunities

• Manage budgets, scheduling, and correspondence with clients and project management in support of a project

The Team

The engineering management group provides innovative solutions and integrated planning, design, and construction support for mission-critical facilities, environmental services, and water infrastructure worldwide. The team is ranked among top firms in Water Supply, Sewer Waste, and other water-related sectors, working closely with clients to modernize infrastructure, optimize asset use, meet performance goals, reduce costs, and mitigate risk.

Key Responsibilities

Project Execution

• Prepare complex engineering deliverables for multiple or mega projects

• Conduct research to develop equipment and material recommendations

• Manage data and perform complex engineering calculations

• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and quality requirements across multiple disciplines

• Lead larger production teams, coordinate multi-discipline activities, and serve as the responsible charge for a project

Client Interface

• Identify key client interests and drivers for moderately complex projects

• Communicate client concerns to project team members and develop solutions

• Provide support for business development or pursuit activities

• Manage project changes directly with the client under Project Manager supervision

Technical Expertise

• Lead large multi-discipline teams to meet project deliverables

• Provide technical leadership for complex water and wastewater treatment projects

• Drive solutions to achieve project goals

Management Responsibilities

• Review lower-level engineering work or assignments

• Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of subordinates

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license

• Previous engineering consulting experience

• Experience executing multi-discipline WWTP upgrades and expansion projects

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in engineering from an accredited program

• Minimum of 8 years related work experience

• Ability to meet pre-employment onboarding requirements (background check, drug screen, MVR search, as required by law/regulation)

Certifications

• Professional registration or licensure in home country, or active pursuit of such registration

• Additional registrations may be required depending on assignment

Work Environment / Physical Demands

• Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days, based on performance and assignments

• Ability to utilize audio/videoconferencing tools for internal/external communication

• Sitting/standing/computer usage for extended periods

• Travel to client sites as required