Project Manager - Water/Wastewater Treatment

Walker Partners; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Vacation and sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan

Competitive salary

Job summary

A Texas-based civil engineering firm is seeking a Project Manager to lead and deliver municipal water and wastewater treatment projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, a P.E. license, and 10-15 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include planning, design, and team coordination. This role offers competitive pay, a supportive environment, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) requires.
• 10-15 years of experience in municipal water/wastewater systems.
• 3-5 years of direct project management experience.
• 3–5 years direct project management experience.
• Experience providing construction administration for municipal public works.
• Working knowledge of Texas design standards and permitting.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering efforts for water and wastewater projects.
• Collaborate with teams to tackle infrastructure challenges.
• Prepare technical reports, construction plans, and specifications.
• Prepare technical reports, construction plans, and specifications.
• Mentor and lead EITs and junior engineering staff.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Planning and design

Mentoring junior staff

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Master of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Master of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Job description

Overview

As a Project Manager at Walker Partners, you will lead your team and play a pivotal role in the design and delivery of municipal water and wastewater treatment facility projects. This is a great opportunity for a licensed P.E. looking to deepen their impact in the water/wastewater field while gaining leadership experience in a supportive and growth-oriented environment. From conceptual design and coordination, to assisting with the bidding process and supporting construction management- you’ll be involved in delivering projects from cradle to grave!

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and/or support civil engineering efforts – including planning, design, and permitting – across a diverse portfolio of water and wastewater projects
• Work side-by-side with project managers, engineers, and cross-disciplined teams to tackle complex challenges and to bring our clients’ infrastructure goals to life
• Collaborate with project managers to develop scopes of work, schedules, and budgets
• Prepare technical reports, construction plans, and specifications
• Mentor and lead EITs and junior engineering staff

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (from ABET Accredited Civil Engineering Program)
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.)
• 10-15 years of experience in the planning and design of municipal water/wastewater systems and facilities
• 3-5 years direct project management experience
• Experience providing construction administration for municipal public works projects
• Working knowledge of design standards and permitting requirements in Texas

About Us

Walker Partners is a Texas-based and Texan-owned civil engineering and survey firm committed to strengthening the communities we call home. From cities and neighborhoods to universities and institutions, however you define community we're here to help. With five offices across Central Texas, our experienced engineering and surveying teams look beyond the bricks and boundaries to discover the right solution to help communities thrive now, and for future generations. Joining Walker Partners gives you the chance to build a career that empowers you to thrive with professional challenges, offers you a sense of belonging and purpose, and gives you the tools to create a world that is stronger and more sustainable.

Key Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Time off: Vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Professional Development: Extensive internal training program and tuition reimbursement
• Safe Harbor 401(k) plan
• Salary is competitive and commensurate with education and experience

Walker Partners adheres to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws. However, applicants must be legally authorized to work for Walker Partners in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.