Senior Civil Project Manager

Top Talent LLC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Civil Project Engineer in Phoenix, Arizona to lead complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in design and regulatory processes, a B.S. in Civil Engineering, and an Arizona PE license or the ability to obtain it quickly. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to mentor team members while ensuring project accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in water/wastewater design.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate across disciplines.
• Familiarity with regulatory agency processes and permitting in Arizona.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering design for municipal and private‑sector water/wastewater projects.
• Collaborate with and mentor engineering team members.
• Ensure the accuracy, quality, and compliance of plans, calculations, and construction documents.
• Promote corporate standards for safety, quality, and productivity.

Skills

Water distribution and wastewater collection

Pump/lift station and well site design

Master planning and hydraulic modeling

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency in relevant industry design software

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Arizona PE license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

About the job Senior Civil Project Manager

Senior Civil Project Engineer

We are seeking a Senior Civil Project Engineer to join our growing team in Phoenix, Arizona. This is a key technical role for an experienced engineer who thrives in both independent and collaborative settings. The successful candidate will work on complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects and serve as a leader and mentor within multi‑disciplinary teams.

Role Overview:

This position will focus on the planning, design, and delivery of a wide range of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Assignments will include system master planning, concept refinement, detailed design, and preparation of construction documents. You will also be responsible for regulatory coordination, public outreach, and client engagement to ensure successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead engineering design for municipal and private‑sector water/wastewater projects
• Collaborate with and mentor engineering team members
• Prepare and review project scopes, schedules, and budgets
• Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, and public stakeholders
• Ensure the accuracy, quality, and compliance of plans, calculations, and construction documents
• Support proposal development and project pursuit strategies
• Participate in public presentations and client meetings
• Oversee technical execution to meet deadlines and exceed client expectations
• Promote corporate standards for safety, quality, and productivity

Required Qualifications:

• B.S. in Civil Engineering
• Arizona PE license, or ability to obtain quickly
• 8+ years of progressive experience in water/wastewater design
• Strong technical background in:
• Water distribution and wastewater collection
• Pump/lift station and well site design
• Master planning and hydraulic modeling
• Demonstrated leadership and team mentoring capabilities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
iciency in relevant industry design software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate across disciplines
• Familiarity with regulatory agency processes and permitting in Arizona