Project Manager - Water

Garver; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional memberships and continuing education support

Competitive salary and benefits

Comprehensive wellness program

Work‑life balance with a progressive work environment

Job summary

Garver’s North Carolina Water team is seeking a Project Manager to lead and oversee water and wastewater projects in Charlotte, NC. This role involves managing design documents and ensuring client satisfaction while mentoring project engineers.

Qualified candidates must hold a relevant Bachelor’s degree, possess significant experience in the water/wastewater sector, and demonstrate strong communication skills. The position offers benefits including professional memberships and competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Licensed professional engineer in North Carolina or ability to obtain reciprocity within 6 months of hire.
• Six or more years of similar experience in the water/wastewater utilities market.

Responsibilities

• Manage design reports, studies, technical memoranda, detailed plans, and specifications.
• Coordinate with clients, internal staff, and external partners.
• Mentor project engineers and manage schedules and budgets.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Technically competent in water or wastewater engineering

Experience with Civil3D

Experience with ArcGIS

Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, biological, or similar engineering from an ABET accredited program

Master’s degree in civil, environmental, biological, or similar engineering from an ABET accredited program

Job description

Project Manager – Water

Garver’s North Carolina Water team is looking for a Project Manager to lead and oversee water and wastewater projects in our Charlotte, NC office.

As a Project Manager, you will manage design reports, studies, technical memoranda, detailed plans, and specifications, while ensuring client expectations are exceeded. You will coordinate with clients, internal staff, and external partners, mentor project engineers, manage schedules and budgets, and ensure delivery of high quality products.

Project Types

• Water conveyance and distribution, including pump stations and storage facilities
• Wastewater conveyance and collection, including lift stations, gravity systems, and force mains
• Pipeline inspection and rehabilitation
• Water and wastewater master planning
• Water and wastewater treatment facilities

Routine Functions

• Be technically competent in water or wastewater engineering and civil engineering
• Manage scope, budget, and schedule for a team of project engineers, design engineers, and CAD technicians
• Develop detailed project instructions, scope of work, level of effort, and associated man‑hour estimates
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date project accounting
• Conduct written and oral project reporting for clients and team leaders
• Prepare and deliver quality assurance and quality control plans
• Provide construction engineering administration for local projects

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, biological, or similar engineering from an ABET accredited program
• Experience with Civil3D and ArcGIS
• Strong communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook
• Licensed professional engineer in North Carolina or ability to obtain reciprocity within 6 months of hire
• Six or more years of similar experience in the water/wastewater utilities market

Preferred Skills

• Passion for client service and the water industry
• Strong work ethic and communication skills
• Master’s degree in civil, environmental, biological, or similar engineering from an ABET accredited program
• Experience presenting at state or national water/wastewater technical conferences

Benefits

• Professional memberships and continuing education support
• Competitive salary, benefits, and comprehensive wellness program
• Work‑life balance with a progressive work environment

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.