Project Engineering Manager - Water/Wastewater

Black & Veatch Corporation; Tualatin (OR); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Engineering Manager for Water and Wastewater projects. In this pivotal role, you will lead multi-discipline teams on high-profile municipal projects, manage budgets, and ensure the delivery of complex engineering solutions. This position offers the chance to mentor engineering staff and drive innovative solutions in a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering management, with a focus on water treatment solutions. If you are passionate about making a difference in the water sector and enjoy collaborating with diverse teams, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of related work experience in engineering management.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-discipline teams on municipal projects and manage budgets.
• Prepare complex engineering deliverables and conduct equipment research.
• Provide technical leadership for water and wastewater treatment projects.

Skills

Project Management

Engineering Leadership

Budget Management

Client Communication

Technical Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Project Engineering Manager - Water/Wastewater

Date: Apr 21, 2025

Location: Tualatin, OR, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

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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 have the opportunity to:

• 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
• 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 multiple discipline activities, and serve as the responsible charge for a project
• 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
• 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
• Reviews lower-level engineering work or assignments
• Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of their subordinates

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing
• Minimum of 8 years related work experience
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• PE license
• Experience executing multi-discipline WWTP upgrades and expansion projects

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Typical office environment with a hybrid work schedule (3 days in office and 2 days remote)
• Travel to client sites