Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

Pape-Dawson Consulting Engineers, LLC; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Consulting Engineers, LLC in Amarillo, Texas seeks a Project Manager to lead the planning, design, and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The role involves managing project scope, budgets, and execution while cultivating client and community relationships.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, a P.E. license, and at least 7 years of relevant experience. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, with opportunities for mentoring team members.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience managing water and wastewater projects.
• Strong knowledge of design and construction practices for related infrastructure.
• Ability to develop and sustain client and stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Lead project teams in engineering designs and presentations.
• Prepare and negotiate proposals and client agreements.

Skills

Project management

Water and wastewater project management

Client relationship management

Engineering design

Mentorship

QA/QC processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.)

Job description

The Project Manager leads the planning, design, and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects for public, private, and special-purpose utility district clients. This role manages multidisciplinary teams, oversees project execution, and cultivates strong client and community relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes.
• Lead and mentor project teams in the preparation of engineering designs, reports, calculations, permitting documents, and presentations.
• Prepare and negotiate proposals, contracts, and client agreements.
• Develop responses to RFQs, solicitations, and bond applications for utility district and public sector clients.
• Attend client, municipal, and board meetings to present project progress and provide technical expertise.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, public agencies, and community leaders.
• Support the technical and professional development of team members.
• Contribute to company-wide design standards, QA/QC processes, and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.).
• Minimum 7 years of experience managing water and wastewater projects from conception through completion.
• Strong knowledge of design and construction practices for waterlines, storage tanks, pump stations, wastewater lines, lift stations, and force mains.
• Working knowledge of design and construction for water and wastewater systems, including treatment facilities.
• Proven leadership, mentorship, and communication skills.
• Ability to develop and sustain client and stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to work Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm with overtime as needed.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.