Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

Tetra Tech

Ann Arbor (MI)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 140,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Merit-based rewards

Work-life balance

Learning & development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Project Manager – Water/Wastewater (PE) to lead delivery of water and wastewater projects from planning through design in our Ann Arbor, Michigan office. You will manage client relationships, supervise multidisciplinary teams, and ensure projects meet engineering standards and regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, budgets and schedules, and mentoring junior staff while traveling as needed to support municipal and utility clients.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience managing water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
Experience with hydraulic modeling and civil design tools (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Willingness to travel periodically (approximately 15% or more).

Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of water, wastewater, stormwater, and civil infrastructure projects from planning through design and execution.
Provide technical leadership, project management, and client engagement.
Mentor junior staff and ensure compliance with engineering standards and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate with internal design teams and manage multi-disciplinary teams across projects.
Maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and high-quality deliverables.

Skills

Project management

Client relations

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Hydraulic modeling

Job description

The Opportunity

Tetra Tech is seeking a Project Manager – Water/Wastewater (PE) to work in our Ann Arbor, Michigan office. This role offers the opportunity to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and oversee the planning and execution of civil, stormwater, and water/wastewater infrastructure projects supporting municipal and utility clients.

The Opportunity

Why Tetra Tech

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Position Summary

The Project Manager – Water/Wastewater (PE) leads the delivery of water, wastewater, stormwater, and civil infrastructure projects from planning through design and execution. This role is responsible for technical leadership, project management, client engagement, and mentoring junior staff while ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and client expectations.

Essential Job Functions

The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Lead the preparation of engineering reports, design documents, and technical specifications.
Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources across multidisciplinary teams.
Serve as lead engineer on stormwater and wastewater projects.
Build and maintain strong client relationships through consistent communication and high-quality delivery.
Mentor and develop junior engineering staff.
Ensure adherence to standard engineering practices and documentation requirements.
Evaluate evolving water, wastewater, and stormwater regulations and assess municipal impacts.
Provide technical support related to resiliency and sustainability design elements.
Interpret engineering drawings and specifications and coordinate closely with internal design teams.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience managing water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
Experience with hydraulic modeling and civil design tools (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Willingness to travel periodically (approximately 15% or more).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with municipal or utility clients.
Familiarity with Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) regulations.
Prior experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform office-based work with occasional visits to project or construction sites.
Ability to walk, stand, and perform light to moderate physical activity, including occasional lifting of up to 25–50 pounds.
Ability to use a computer and standard office equipment for extended periods.

Work Environment / Environmental Factors

Combination of office and field environments, including municipal facilities and active project sites.
Occasional exposure to varying weather conditions during site visits.
Moderate noise levels may be present in field settings.
Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Additional Information

Employment Type: Full-time.
Work Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Work Schedule: Standard business hours with flexibility based on project needs.
Travel Requirements: Approximately 15% or more, depending on project assignments.

Life At Tetra Tech

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
Merit-based financial rewards.
Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers

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