Project Engineering Manager - Water/Wastewater

LVI Associates; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k)

Paid time off

Professional development

Bonus opportunities

Flexible work

Job summary

LVI Associates, a trusted engineering consultancy, specializes in water, wastewater, stormwater, and water reuse projects across the United States. We are seeking a seasoned W/WW engineer with 10+ years of experience to advance a long-term career alongside top professionals in the field.

You will work on diverse municipal and utility projects, gaining exposure to health, sustainability, and community resilience impacts. A strong collaboration mindset and advanced modelling skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering is required.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain is required.
• Preferred: Master's degree and experience with municipal water/wastewater projects.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, design, and delivery of water and wastewater projects.
• Assist with engineering studies, reports, and documentation.
• Prepare plans, specs, and cost estimates.
• Perform hydraulic and system modelling analyses.
• Support permitting and alternative analyses.
• Conduct data collection and engineering analysis.
• Assist during construction-phase activities.
• Participate in field investigations and site visits.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on municipal projects.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Eng

EIT certification

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

WaterGEMS

InfoWater

InfoWorks ICM

InfoSWMM

Job description

I'm currently partnering with a highly respected engineering consultancy that has been a recognised leader in the water sector for decades. They specialise exclusively in water, wastewater, stormwater, and water reuse projects, delivering innovative solutions for municipalities, utilities, industrial clients, and water agencies across the country.

This is an excellent opportunity for a 10+ year experienced W/WW engineer looking to build a long-term career in the water industry while working alongside some of the most experienced professionals in the field. You'll gain exposure to a wide range of projects that directly impact public health, environmental sustainability, and community resilience.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, design, and delivery of water and wastewater treatment and conveyance projects
• Assist with engineering studies, reports, and technical documentation
• Prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Perform hydraulic and system modelling analyses
• Support permitting efforts and alternative analyses
• Conduct data collection, entry, and engineering analysis
• Assist during construction-phase engineering activities
• Participate in field investigations, pilot studies, and site visits
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams on a variety of municipal infrastructure projects

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain
• Coursework or exposure to hydraulics, water/wastewater treatment processes, and infrastructure design
• 5-15 years of experience within the water/wastewater engineering sector
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• Experience with ArcGIS, AutoCAD, or hydraulic modelling software such as WaterGEMS, InfoWater, InfoWorks ICM, or InfoSWMM
• Familiarity with municipal water or wastewater infrastructure projects

Why This Opportunity?

• Work alongside recognised industry experts in the water sector
• Exposure to diverse and technically challenging projects
• Clear opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits including healthcare, retirement contributions, paid time off, professional development support, bonus opportunities, and flexible working arrangements