Project Manager

LHH; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus opportunity

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Strong 401(k) program with company/con

Wellness incentives

Job summary

LHH in Phoenix is seeking an Engineering Project Manager to lead capital projects from concept through construction and commissioning. You'll own projects, collaborate with engineers and contractors, and deliver tangible results for communities.

The role requires wastewater or water infrastructure experience, an engineering-related degree, 5+ years of PM/engineering/construction experience, and proven ability to manage $100K+ projects. PE license and ADEQ permitting knowledge are a bonus.

Qualifications

• Experience leading capital projects (100K+).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in engineering, construction, or PM roles in water/wastewater infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital projects from start to finish, from planning to commissioning.
• Manage budgets, schedules, scope, and risk for projects.
• Partner with engineering consultants and construction teams.
• Review designs and technical documents.
• Support permitting and regulatory approvals.
• Oversee construction progress and quality.
• Communicate project updates to stakeholders and leadership.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

Skills

Wastewater or water infrastructure

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering, Construction Management, or related degree

Job description

**Build the projects that keep communities**

Not every project manager gets to point at a treatment plant, pipeline, or critical utility upgrade and say, "I helped build that."

We're partnering with a highly respected infrastructure organization that's investing heavily in water and wastewater projects across Arizona. They're looking for an experienced Engineering Project Manager to lead capital projects from initial concept through construction and commissioning.

If you enjoy owning projects, solving complex challenges, collaborating with engineers and contractors, and seeing tangible results from your work, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

What You'll Be Doing:

You'll be the person bringing major infrastructure projects to life.

From planning and design to construction and project closeout, you'll:

• Lead capital projects from start to finish
• Manage budgets, schedules, scope, and risk
• Partner with engineering consultants and construction teams
• Review designs and technical documents
• Support permitting and regulatory approvals
• Oversee construction progress and quality
• Communicate project updates to stakeholders and leadership
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget

No micromanagement. No getting stuck behind spreadsheets all day. You'll have real ownership and visibility on projects that directly impact communities.

What We're Looking For

You'll be a strong fit if you have:

• Wastewater or water infrastructure experience (required)
• An Engineering, Construction Management, or related degree
• 5+ years of project management, engineering, or construction experience
• Experience managing capital projects ($100K+ and above)
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Bonus Points For:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• ADEQ permitting experience
• Mining industry experience
• Water/wastewater treatment plant experience

Why People Love Working Here

Work-Life Balance Actually Means Something

• Flexible start and end times
• One Friday off every month
• Strong leadership that respects personal time
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Strong 401(k) program with company contributions
• Wellness incentives

Time Off You Can Actually Use

• Up to 3 weeks' vacation
• 5 personal days
• 12 holidays

This position opened because the previous employee earned a promotion.

Leadership sees this role as a steppingstone into future management opportunities, making it an excellent move for someone looking to advance their career.

The Environment

You’ll join a team that values collaboration, autonomy, and continuous improvement. The culture is known for being low-drama, supportive, and focused on delivering high-quality work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Ready to Build Something That Matters?

If you've managed wastewater, utility, civil, or infrastructure projects and are looking for a role that combines technical challenge, stability, flexibility, and career growth, we'd love to connect with you.