Project Manager – Water & Wastewater

Jobtailor; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in the United States is seeking a Senior Civil/Environmental Project Manager to guide water and wastewater infrastructure projects from concept through construction. You will manage multidisciplinary teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and serve as the primary client contact.

Requirements include PE licensure, a BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering, and several years in consulting. Proficiency with Revit, hydraulic modeling, and permitting in New England/NY is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• Considerable consulting engineering experience with increasing responsibility in water and wastewater.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with multi-state licensure desirable.
• Demonstrated project management experience across multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with NE, NY water/wastewater regulations, permitting, and funding.

Responsibilities

• Manage project execution from concept through construction completion.
• Ensure adherence to technical, regulatory, and funding requirements.
• Serve as the primary client contact and lead proposal efforts.
• Guide clients through funding options, permitting, and project delivery.
• Supervise multidisciplinary teams with technical leadership and mentorship.
• Prepare and oversee construction documents, permit apps, drawings, specs, and cost opinions.
• Maintain high-quality standards and attend meetings with clients and regulators.
• Address project needs and resolve design challenges.
• Manage project budgets and schedules; identify new opportunities.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Mentorship

Client Communication

Regulatory Knowledge

Water/Wastewater Design

Revit Proficiency

Hydraulic Modeling

Budget Management

Construction Documentation

Education

Professional Engineer Licensure

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering

Additional State Licensure

Tools

Revit

Permit Applications

Construction Drawings

Job description

• Manage project execution from initial concept through construction completion
• Ensure adherence to technical, regulatory, and funding requirements
• Serve as the primary client contact
• Guide clients through funding options, permitting, and project execution
• Supervise multidisciplinary teams and provide technical leadership, mentorship, and oversight
• Prepare and oversee construction documents, including permit applications, drawings, specifications, opinions of cost, and reports
• Maintain high-quality standards
• Attend meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders
• Address project needs and resolve design challenges
• Manage project budgets and schedules
• Identify and pursue new project opportunities
• Contribute to proposals, interviews, and business development efforts
• Plan, design, and administer construction of conveyance systems, treatment plants, and pump stations
• Support capital improvement planning, hydraulic modeling, and asset management programs

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
• Considerable consulting engineering experience with increasing responsibility in the water and wastewater industry
• Licensure as a Professional Engineer
• Demonstrated project management experience
• Strong technical skills
• Strong leadership ability with a passion for managing and mentoring others
• Clear, concise, and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with New England and New York water and wastewater regulations, permitting processes, and funding opportunities
• Understanding of Revit use on multidisciplinary water and wastewater infrastructure projects
• Experience in water and wastewater system design, including treatment plants, pump stations, conveyance systems, and asset management planning
• Enthusiasm for learning and a self-motivated approach to professional growth
• Additional licensure in multiple states to support diverse project needs

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in project management and technical leadership within the water and wastewater industry, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and effective client communication. Proficient in managing multidisciplinary teams and overseeing the design and execution of complex infrastructure projects.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Project Management Experience
• Professional Engineer Licensure
• Water And Wastewater System Design
• Revit Proficiency
• Leadership And Mentorship

Hard Skills

• Project Execution
• Construction Document Preparation
• Budget Management
• Hydraulic Modeling
• Asset Management Planning

Soft Skills

• Effective Communication
• Team Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Client Relationship Management

Certifications & Qualifications

• Professional Engineer Licensure
• Additional State Licensure

Industry Keywords

• Water And Wastewater Industry
• Regulatory Compliance
• Funding Opportunities
• Permitting Processes
• Construction Management

Tools & Technologies

• Revit
• Permit Applications
• Construction Drawings