Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

LJA; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid maternity and parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Referral Bonuses

Company-sponsored volunteer days

Professional Development opportunities

Fun Culture activities

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Tucson is seeking a Project Manager responsible for overseeing civil projects such as street and utility rehabilitation, drainage design, and single-family subdivision design. The ideal candidate needs a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, a Professional Engineer license, and 3 years of project management experience. Strong communication and marketing skills are essential. The firm offers a collaborative culture and opportunities for professional growth, along with comprehensive benefits including generous time off and education support.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum experience in Civil/Public Works Engineering.
• 2+ years' experience as a Professional Engineer preferred.
• Demonstrated technical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior management in administering civil projects.
• Manage project schedules and budgets.
• Supervise technical staff and EITs.
• Produce construction documents including utility designs.
• Conduct meetings with clients and contractors.

Skills

Project design and management experience

Strong communication skills

Marketing skills

Ability to build strong relationships

Proficiency in AUTOCAD

Proficiency in WORD

Proficiency in EXCEL

Proficiency in POWERPOINT

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer

Job description

What Lja Has To Offer

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee‑owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands‑on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

What Makes Lja Different

At LJA, our employee‑owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee‑owned. Client‑focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• Internal recruitment team, in‑house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW

As a Project Manager at LJA Land Development, you will be responsible for assisting senior management with administering civil projects. Projects include master planning, street and utility rehabilitation and new design; drainage, water and wastewater design – new and rehab; and private single‑family subdivision, multifamily and commercial site design. Aspects of the job include project and staff management, QA/QC of deliverables, client relations, meetings, team leadership, planning, analysis, design, bid/construction phases and regulatory clearance.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE

• Project design to include, but not limited to, utility master planning and design (water and wastewater), specifically water plant design (booster stations, reservoirs, water treatment), sewer lift station design, and water system modeling.
• Production of the construction documents requiring accomplished skills with AUTOCAD, WORD, EXCEL and POWERPOINT.
• Review of plans, specs, and contract documents for QA/QC.
• Process construction documents through applicable government agencies.
• Meetings with Clients and Contractors.
• Bid Phase Services.
• Construction Phase Services, including field visits, inspections, and report preparation.
• Management of project schedules and budgets.
• Supervision of technical staff and EIT’s.
• Marketing with existing and potential clients including assistance in preparation of proposals, etc.
• (Note: All of the above work will be accomplished under the supervision of senior management staff; however, the PM will be expected to grow in his/her knowledge and take on increasing responsibilities.)

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering is required.
• Registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Project design and management experience for private and public clients.
• 3 years’ minimum experience in Civil/Public Works Engineering and 2+ years’ experience as a P.E. preferred.
• Strong communication skills (written and oral) & demonstrated technical aptitude.
• Strong marketing skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships.
• Accomplished skills with AUTOCAD, WORD, EXCEL and POWERPOINT.

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

At LJA, we’re 100% employee‑owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long‑term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee‑owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in‑house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
• Community Impact: Company‑sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.