Project Manager - Wastewater Engineering

Fehr Graham Engineering & Environmental; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401K Retirement Plan

Profit-sharing bonus plan

Paid time off

Engaging work environment

Job summary

Fehr Graham Engineering & Environmental is seeking a Project Manager based in Champaign, IL, to lead innovative wastewater projects. This role involves managing client relationships and guiding project teams while ensuring timely project execution.

The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of engineering experience, with proficiency in wastewater processes and a strong background in project management. Join a supportive work environment that values work-life balance and team engagement.

Qualifications

• 8 years of engineering experience with 2+ years in Project Management.
• Licensed Professional Engineer.
• Familiar with Illinois Environmental Protection Agency regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage wastewater solutions projects.
• Design and develop wastewater treatment systems.
• Prepare engineering plans and technical reports.

Skills

Client relationship management

Project management

Wastewater processes knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Proficient in engineering software

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Engineering software

Job description

Compensation: $120,000 - $160,000 / year

Department: Water/Wastewater

Location: Champaign, IL

Description

Are you ready to lead innovative wastewater projects? Fehr Graham is looking for a Project Manager to lead our wastewater projects. In this role, you’ll use firm and external resources to provide technical guidance and services. Your mission is to ensure efficient, profitable and timely project execution.

What’s in it for you?

We offer an exciting and engaging work environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities. As a Project Manager, you’ll help guide project teams in technical guidance, maintain client relationships and contribute to business growth. You’ll also understand and uphold the importance of client confidentiality, ensuring the trust and privacy of our clients are prioritized.

Where you’ll work

This position is located at our Champaign, IL office. At Fehr Graham, we believe in work-life balance, and that includes injecting a healthy dose of fun into everything we do. It’s even part of our Core Values! We celebrate milestones and enjoy friendly team‑building activities and office outings. A happy and engaged work team is a successful one. Each of our offices brings an environment filled with positive energy and enthusiasm. We encourage our teams to connect on multiple levels and support each other’s personal and professional growth.

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What you’ll do

• Lead and manage wastewater solutions projects.
• Resolve scheduling, staffing and quality issues to deliver results on time and within budget.
• Design and develop wastewater treatment systems, collection systems, and related infrastructure.
• Prepare engineering plans, specifications, and technical reports for municipal and industrial wastewater projects.
• Perform hydraulic modeling, process design, and system optimization.
• Apply expertise in anaerobic digestion of biosolids, including system design, evaluation, and optimization for treatment efficiency and energy recovery.
• Support and guide projects involving biosolids management strategies, including anaerobic digestion processes, regulatory compliance, and operational best practices.
• Business development with clients in existing and new markets.
• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Effectively communicate ideas and technical concepts to co‑workers and clients on sensitive and complex matters.
• Lead projects utilizing staff and sub‑consultant resources to successful completion of projects on schedule and on budget.
• Prepare client contracts, statements of qualifications, priced proposals and contracts.
• Perform quality control for assigned projects and clients.
• Work on complex projects.
• Prepare documents and reports.
• Perform work that involves non-conventional planning.

What it takes

• Ideally, a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering or a similar degree with appropriate experience.
• 8 years of experience in engineering with 2+ years of Project Management experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer.
• Navigate Illinois Environmental Protection Agency regulations with ease.
• Proven client relationship management skills.
• Smart worker and team player.
• Well‑acquainted with wastewater processes, methods, and state and federal requirements, including biosolids treatment and anaerobic digestion systems.
• Proficient in engineering software.
• Speak and write well.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.

What you’ll get

• Competitive salary.
• Medical/dental/vision.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• 401K Retirement Plan.
• Profit‑sharing bonus plan.
• Paid time off.
• An awesome work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fehr Graham provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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