Principal Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

Mott MacDonald Group; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 177,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Professional development reimbursemen

Job summary

Our Boston office at Mott MacDonald is seeking a Principal Project Manager with deep experience in developing and implementing water, wastewater, and stormwater projects. You will lead programs from planning through construction, manage large teams, and nurture long-term client relationships.

The role requires a B.S. in civil/environmental/mechanical engineering, a Massachusetts PE license (or able to obtain via comity within six months), and 15+ years of senior project delivery.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in civil, environmental, or mechanical engineering is required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Massachusetts, or ability to obtain via comity within six months, is required.
• 15+ years of progressively responsible experience in water/wastewater/stormwater and capital improvement programs.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships and lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with project delivery, contract administration, and risk management; PMP/DBIA/BCEE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute water/wastewater/stormwater and CIP programs from planning through design and construction.
• Lead large, complex projects and mentor project managers, engineers, and staff.
• Maintain client relationships and lead business development activities.
• Oversee scope, schedule, budget, staffing, and profitability metrics.
• Lead risk management, contract administration, and project controls.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Leadership

Team mentoring

Education

B.S. in civil/environmental/mechanical engineering

Job description

At Mott MacDonald, we are driven by purpose and powered by brilliant people. As a trusted engineering, management, and development consultancy, we work with clients to solve complex challenges and deliver sustainable outcomes that make a meaningful difference for the communities we serve.

When you join us as an experienced professional, you will bring your expertise to work that matters while continuing to grow your career. You will collaborate with talented colleagues across disciplines and geographies, contribute your perspective, and help shape better outcomes through technical excellence, innovation, and integrity.

Build on your experience while helping shape what comes next. At Mott MacDonald, you'll work alongside talented people on complex and rewarding projects that make a real difference. We value fresh perspectives, encourage collaboration, and provide opportunities to expand your skills, take on new challenges, and grow your career. Whether you're deepening your technical expertise, broadening your leadership experience, or exploring new opportunities across our business, you'll be supported by a team that is committed to helping you succeed.

Our Boston office is currently looking to add a Principal Project Manager with experience in developing and implementing a variety of water/wastewater projects. You will be tasked with developing, executing, and managing water/wastewater infrastructure projects.

We're looking for people who can function as role models and ambassadors for Mott MacDonald, articulating and representing the brand, vision, and value proposition internally and externally. Our Boston office supports a broad spectrum of public and private clients. This position may require temporary placement within the client's offices to support management and implementation of their projects.

Responsibilities of the position will include but not be limited to the following:

• Manage and execute work on wastewater, stormwater, and water utilities planning, design, and construction projects. Projects may include water distribution and treatment, wastewater collection and treatment, pipeline and pump station rehabilitation, and stormwater.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and senior client representative, developing and maintaining long-term relationships with key public and private sector clients.
• Lead large and complex water, wastewater, and capital improvement programs from planning through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Lead project teams in planning and/or designing engineering projects, supervising and coordinating several assignments simultaneously.
• Establish and periodically review project scope, schedule, budget, staffing plans, and overall project performance.
• Accountable for project financial performance, including profitability, forecasting, resource planning, contract management, and risk management.
• Apply diversified knowledge of engineering/scientific principles/practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields.
• Lead strategic pursuits, proposal development, interviews, and capture planning activities to secure new work and expand relationships with existing clients.
• Mentor, develop, and provide leadership to project managers, engineers, and technical staff to support project delivery excellence and long-term team growth.
• Analysis of Capital Improvement Plans (CIP) regarding potential projects for further investigation.

• B.S. degree in civil, environmental, or mechanical engineering is required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Massachusetts, or the ability to obtain licensure through comity within six months, is required.
• 15+ years of progressively responsible experience planning, designing, and delivering water, wastewater, stormwater, and capital improvement programs.
• Demonstrated experience managing large, complex municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects throughout the project lifecycle.
• Demonstrated success managing project financial performance, including profitability, resource planning, contract management, forecasting, and risk management.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor to public and private sector clients.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and mentoring project managers, engineers, and technical professionals.
• Strong understanding of project delivery, commercial management, contract administration, risk management, and project controls.
• Demonstrated success leading business development efforts, including client engagement, capture planning, proposal development, interviews, and contract negotiations.
• Experience managing project financial performance, staffing plans, schedules, budgets, and profitability metrics.
• PMP, DBIA, BCEE, or other relevant professional certifications are preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated experience presenting to executive leadership, boards, governing agencies, and public stakeholders.

Benefits & Rewards

The expected salary for this position is $177,000 - $216,000.

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.

In addition to base salary, Mott MacDonald offers performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, giving employees a direct connection to our success.

Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support the health, wellbeing, financial security, and professional growth of our employees. Eligible employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, FSA and HSA accounts, company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and a competitive 401(k) plan with company matching. We also provide paid time off, paid holidays, caregiver leave, employee referral bonuses, professional registration and membership reimbursements, and tuition assistance to support continued learning and career development.

Collaboration at Our Core

At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we're together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet clients, team, and personal commitments.

Equal opportunity is the law.

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

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