Civil Project Engineer/Project Manager

Tetra Tech; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Civil Project Engineer / Project Manager to join the Atlanta, GA team. The role leads planning, design, and delivery of water and wastewater conveyance and treatment projects with a technical lead and strong client management focus.

The position offers hybrid work from the Powers Ferry office. Responsibilities include coordinating with internal teams, maintaining project quality and budget, and providing construction support while mentoring staff and representing the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related with a focus on water/wastewater.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with water/wastewater conveyance and treatment projects.
• Experience with jurisdictional and regulatory permitting.
• Design experience with pipe materials, valves, and pumps.
• Experience with hydraulic system calculations, pump stations, pressure pipelines, storm and sanitary sewer pipelines, and water/wastewater treatment plants.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for municipal clients and maintain strong client relationships.
• Lead, perform, and manage projects that include water and wastewater treatment, distribution and transmission mains, wastewater collection, trunk and force main, pumping stations, wells, storage tanks, civil grading, drainage, and rehabilitation of existing infrastructure.
• Apply technical expertise by performing design calculations and analyses, preparing detailed engineering reports, construction plans and specifications, cost estimates, permit applications, and providing construction support services.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to resolve technical issues and maintain project quality, schedule, and budget.
• Provide construction administration support, including field meetings, submittal review, shop drawing review, and RFIs.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance.
• Represent Tetra Tech in professional and community organizations.

Skills

Project management

Client relations

Design calculations

Construction support

Mentoring junior staff

Education

Civil/Environmental Engineering degree

Job description

The Opportunity

Tetra Tech is seeking a Civil Project Engineer / Project Manager to join our Atlanta, GA team. This position will lead the delivery of municipal and utility infrastructure projects, with a focus on planning and designing water and wastewater treatment systems, pipelines, pump stations, and related conveyance networks. The role blends project leadership with technical execution and offers the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement from our Powers Ferry office.

Why Tetra Tech

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Position Summary

As a Civil Project Engineer / Project Manager, you will lead the planning, design, and delivery of water and wastewater conveyance, pumping, treatment, and rehabilitation projects. You will serve as a technical lead, manage client relationships, coordinate with internal teams, and help ensure projects are completed with high quality, on schedule, and within budget.

Essential Job Functions

The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for municipal clients and maintain strong client relationships.
• Lead, perform, and manage projects that include water and wastewater treatment, distribution and transmission mains, wastewater collection, trunk and force main, pumping stations, wells, storage tanks, civil grading, drainage, as well as rehabilitation of existing infrastructure.
• Apply technical expertise by performing design calculations and analysis, preparing detailed engineering reports, construction plans and specifications, cost estimates, permit applications, and providing construction support services.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to resolve technical issues and maintain project quality, schedule, and budget.
• Provide construction administration support, including field meetings, submittal review, shop drawing review, and RFIs.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance.
• Represent Tetra Tech in professional and community organizations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline with a focus on water/wastewater.

• Registration as a Professional Engineer.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with water and wastewater conveyance and treatment projects.

• Experience with jurisdictional and regulatory permitting.

• Design experience with pipe materials, valves, and pumps.

• Experience with hydraulic system calculations, pump stations, pressure pipelines, storm and sanitary sewer pipelines, and water/wastewater treatment plants.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods working at a desk and using a computer.

• Occasional walking, standing, climbing, or lifting up to 25 pounds may be required.

• Field visits may involve exposure to outdoor weather conditions, construction sites, and uneven terrain.

Work Environment / Environmental Factors

• Work will primarily be performed in an office environment with periodic field visits.

Life At Tetra Tech

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition. Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. We invite applications from all interested parties.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

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Additional Information

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