Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

Jobtailor; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Texas is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer/Project Manager to lead water and wastewater projects from concept through construction. You will manage scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables while mentoring teams and coordinating with clients and public agencies.

The role requires a PE license, ABET-accredited degree, and at least 7 years of experience. You will develop design solutions, prepare proposals, and present at municipal meetings, helping advance company standards and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program is required.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) certification required.
• 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.

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.

Skills

Project Scope Management

Budget Management

Engineering Design

QA/QC Processes

Proposal Development

Contract Negotiation

RFQ Response Development

Water & Wastewater Design

Leadership & Mentorship

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.)

Job description

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in managing water and wastewater projects, including design and construction practices, while fostering strong client relationships and mentoring team members. Holds a Professional Engineer license and a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.)
• Water and Wastewater Project Management
• Design and Construction Practices
• Client Relationship Management
• Leadership and Mentorship

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Project Scope Management
• Budget Management
• Engineering Design Preparation
• QA/QC Processes
• Proposal Development
• Contract Negotiation
• Technical Expertise
• RFQ Response Development
• Water and Wastewater Systems Design
• Construction Practices

Soft Skills

• Communication Skills
• Mentorship
• Relationship Building

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.)

Industry Keywords

• Waterlines
• Storage Tanks
• Pump Stations
• Wastewater Lines
• Lift Stations
• Force Mains
• Treatment Facilities
• Public Sector Clients
• Municipal Meetings
• Community Leaders