Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

Trilon; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

WEI Incentive Program

Healthy Workplace Program

Employee Referral Bonus

Competitive Health Benefits

Career Development and Training

Flexible/Hybrid Schedule

Community Service Opportunities

Worldwide Travel Assistance

Job summary

Waggoner Engineering, Inc. in Baton Rouge, LA, seeks a Project Manager – Water/Wastewater to lead the planning, design, and delivery of essential water and wastewater infrastructure projects, providing technical leadership across all project phases.

The role involves performing analyses, mentoring team members, preparing designs and contract documents, coordinating with clients, and ensuring compliance with codes and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Five or more years of design experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Louisiana or ability to obtain in six months.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering analyses and evaluations for water/wastewater projects.
• Develop planning studies, assessments, and recommendations.
• Prepare project designs, contract documents, and specifications.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to project team.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Coordinate client communications and project status updates.

Skills

Project management

Civil engineering knowledge

Mentorship

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

ESRI ArcGIS

Microsoft Office/Project

Job description

Description

Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager – Water/Wastewater to join our team in Baton Rouge, LA. This position plays a key role in the planning, design, and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, providing technical expertise and engineering support throughout all phases of project development.

Department

Water/Wastewater

Location

Baton Rouge, LA

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform engineering analyses and evaluations, primarily computer-based, in support of the planning and design of civil infrastructure projects
  • Water distribution systems
  • Sanitary sewer collection systems
  • Well pumps
  • Sewer lift stations
  • Transmission pumping stations
• Analyze and evaluate treatment alternatives for potable water and wastewater treatment facilities
• Analyze and evaluate water and sewer rate structures
• Develop planning studies, assessments, and recommendations related to public water and wastewater infrastructure needs
• Perform the analysis and design of
  • Water distribution systems
  • Water supply and treatment facilities
  • Sanitary sewer systems and related components
  • Transmission, treatment, and disposal systems
• Assess existing system conditions and develop recommended corrective or remedial measures
• Maintain and document written and verbal communications with clients throughout project development and completion
• Review project status with project managers and team members to ensure accuracy, quality, and timely completion of work
• Attend client meetings and participate in project discussions
• Assist with the preparation of engineering studies, technical reports, and project documentation
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and training to project team members
• Prepare project designs using sound engineering principles, industry-standard software, and applicable design tools
• Assist in the preparation of contract documents, plans, and technical specifications
• Support in implementing and maintaining quality control procedures
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and engineering standards

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Experience

• Five or more years of related design experience, and knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations required

Certifications/Registrations

• License as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Louisiana required. Licensure as a PE or ability to obtain such within six months in contiguous states is desired

Other Knowledge and Skills

• Proficient in design using AutoCAD Civil 3D, Micro Station, ESRI products
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project required
• Communication skills and in-depth knowledge of company products and operations

Benefits

• WEI Incentive Program
• Healthy Workplace Program
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Competitive Health Benefits
• Career Development and Training
• Flexible/Hybrid Schedule
• Community Service Opportunities
• Worldwide Travel Assistance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.