Senior Engineer/Project Manager- Water Resources

SST Direct; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 115,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking a Senior Engineer / Project Manager – Water Resources in State College, PA to lead complex water and wastewater projects from planning through construction. This direct-hire role blends technical engineering, project management, and client development for a growing Water Resources practice.

The ideal candidate holds a PE license, a civil/environmental engineering degree, and proven leadership abilities to mentor junior staff and expand capabilities with

Qualifications

• Requires PE license and civil/environmental engineering background.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Experience with water/wastewater infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, and development of water and wastewater projects.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and technical studies.
• Oversee design documents, specs, and cost estimates.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and permitting.
• Mentor junior staff and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Manage client relations and project scope/budget.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client development

Mentorship

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Senior Engineer / Project Manager – Water Resources

Location:State College, PA
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Salary: $115,000 – $200,000 annually (based on experience)

About the Opportunity

Superior Skilled Trades is hiring for a Senior Engineer / Project Manager – Water Resources for a direct hire opportunity with our client in State College, PA.

Our client is an established, multidisciplinary engineering and architectural consulting firm specializing in infrastructure design, environmental engineering, water resources, and construction management. With a strong reputation for delivering innovative engineering solutions, the company partners with municipalities, utilities, and public agencies to develop and improve critical infrastructure.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Professional Engineer (PE) with a strong background in water and/or wastewater engineering to take on a leadership role combining technical engineering, project management, client development, and business growth.

The successful candidate will oversee complex water and wastewater projects from initial planning through construction while helping expand the firm's Water Resources division in the Marlton market.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Technical Leadership

• Lead the planning, design, and development of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including treatment facilities, pumping stations, collection systems, and water distribution networks.

• Perform advanced engineering analyses, system evaluations, hydraulic calculations, and technical studies.

• Manage engineering design efforts from conceptual planning and preliminary design through final construction documents.

• Oversee the preparation and review of engineering drawings, technical specifications, construction cost estimates, and project documentation.

• Ensure designs comply with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, environmental standards, and permitting requirements.

• Provide technical oversight and mentorship to junior engineers, Engineers-in-Training (EITs), interns, and designers.

• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver comprehensive project solutions.

Project Management

• Manage multiple water and wastewater engineering projects, ensuring successful execution within established budgets, schedules, and scope.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, municipalities, utility representatives, and other project stakeholders.

• Oversee project planning, resource allocation, engineering deliverables, and construction-phase coordination.

• Review shop drawings, construction submittals, specifications, and project sequencing.

• Identify and resolve technical challenges throughout the project lifecycle.

• Maintain high standards for project quality, regulatory compliance, and client satisfaction.

Client Relations & Business Development

• Build and maintain strong relationships with municipal, utility, and public-sector clients.

• Support existing client accounts while identifying opportunities for additional engineering services.

• Develop new client relationships and contribute to business development initiatives within the Marlton market.

• Help expand the firm's Water Resources project portfolio and local engineering capabilities.

• Collaborate with firm leadership to support strategic growth and long-term business objectives.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related discipline.

• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.

• Significant professional experience in water and/or wastewater engineering.

• Demonstrated experience with the planning, design, and/or construction of water or wastewater treatment facilities.

• Strong technical knowledge of water and wastewater infrastructure, including pumping stations, treatment systems, and collection or distribution networks.

• Proven experience managing engineering projects, budgets, schedules, and deliverables.

• Experience working directly with clients and maintaining professional relationships.

• Knowledge of applicable environmental regulations, engineering standards, and permitting requirements.

• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to independently manage multiple projects and competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing municipal or public utility water and wastewater projects.

• Background in engineering consulting with direct client-facing responsibilities.

• Experience mentoring and leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.

• Experience supporting business development, client acquisition, or expansion of engineering services.

• Interest in contributing to the continued growth of a Water Resources engineering division.

Compensation & Opportunity

• Salary: $115,000 – $200,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

• Employment: Full-time, direct hire opportunity.

• Opportunity to lead high-impact municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Leadership role with significant technical and project management responsibilities.
• Opportunity to develop client relationships and help grow the local Water Resources practice.
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment with opportunities for professional growth.