Drinking Water Project Lead | Hydraulic Modeling & PFAS

Jobtailor; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a senior water resources engineer to lead drinking water projects in Rhode Island. You will plan, design, and manage distribution systems, storage, reservoirs, and treatment facilities, with a focus on PFAS and emerging contaminants.

You will oversee hydraulic modeling, master planning, client engagement, and coordination with regulators, subconsultants, and internal teams to deliver on-time, on-budget solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, or related engineering discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in drinking water system planning, design, and infrastructure projects.
• Strong expertise in water distribution hydraulics and modeling tools such as WaterGEMS, InfoWater, and EPANET.
• Familiarity with PFAS treatment technologies and evolving regulatory frameworks is highly desirable.
• Comprehensive knowledge of water treatment processes, including filtration, disinfection, and advanced treatment systems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while delivering high-quality results on time and within budget.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and GIS preferred.
• Experience with State Revolving Fund and USDA Rural Development funding programs is a plus.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to engage effectively with clients, regulators, and team members.
• Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full lifecycle of drinking water projects.
• Plan and design water distribution systems, storage facilities, booster pump stations, and treatment plants.
• Oversee design of elevated tanks, ground storage reservoirs, and clearwells.
• Evaluate and design PFAS and emerging-contaminant treatment solutions using GAC, ion exchange, and membrane systems.
• Conduct and supervise hydraulic modeling, capacity analyses, distribution master planning, and lead service line programs.
• Perform water quality assessments and support compliance with federal and state drinking water regulations.
• Manage project teams, internal staff, and subconsultants, with responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Prepare and present technical reports, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and client deliverables.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies and support permitting efforts.
• Provide construction-phase services, including submittal review, RFIs, field observations, and startup/commissioning support.
• Mentor and develop junior engineering staff.
• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Support proposal development and strategic business development initiatives.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engage directly with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Water distribution hydraulics

Hydraulic modeling

Project management

Client engagement

Leadership

Communication

Education

BSc Civil Engineering

BSc Environmental Engineering

Tools

WaterGEMS

InfoWater

EPANET

AutoCAD

GIS

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a senior water resources engineer to lead drinking water projects in Rhode Island. You will plan, design, and manage distribution systems, storage, reservoirs, and treatment facilities, with a focus on PFAS and emerging contaminants.

You will oversee hydraulic modeling, master planning, client engagement, and coordination with regulators, subconsultants, and internal teams to deliver on-time, on-budget solutions.