Senior Environmental Project Manager

Carollo Engineers; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement bonuses

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Phoenix seeks a seasoned professional for a senior engineering role, specializing in water treatment projects. The ideal candidate has over 20 years of experience, holds a Professional Engineering registration, and has significant expertise in managing complex water and wastewater projects. Responsibilities include overseeing engineering teams, maintaining client relationships, and ensuring projects meet budget and quality standards. This role offers a competitive benefits package and flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of professional experience (exclusive of any advanced degree).
• Registration as a Professional Engineer.
• Experience in managing water treatment and infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Plans and conducts engineering work on projects.
• Directs subordinate supervisors or team leaders.
• Responsible for training and monitoring internal staff.
• Develops standards for engineering activities.
• Maintains client relationships and manages project contracts.
• Drives project objectives, scope definition, and problem-solving for complex facilities.

Skills

Water and/or wastewater treatment expertise

Project management

Effective communication

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, or chemical engineering

Master’s degree in civil or environmental engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Carollo Engineers is a leading engineering firm dedicated exclusively to water. For over 90 years, we’ve specialized in the planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater, stormwater, and reuse facilities, bringing innovative and sustainable solutions to the water sector’s most complex challenges.

We work with water agencies, municipalities, utilities, research organizations, and private companies across various industries, including technology, manufacturing, and beyond. These clients choose Carollo because we employ some of the most knowledgeable and experienced professionals in the world. When you join our team, you’ll work alongside industry leaders who are advancing the science of water, protecting public health, and building resilient communities.

Carollo’s vision is to be the best water consulting firm and the best place for you to build your career. If you’re passionate about making a difference in this critical field, we invite you to explore a career with Carollo.

Responsibilities

• Plans, schedules, and conducts engineering work on projects for multiple Phoenix clients, of medium to large sizes of moderately complex nature
• Responsible for budget, schedule, contractual obligations and quality standards
• Directs several subordinate supervisors or team leaders
• Responsible for training and monitoring internal staff
• Initiates and maintains extensive contacts with key engineers and officials of other organizations and companies
• Has full technical responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating assignments
• Plans and develops projects concerning unique or controversial problems that have an important effect on major organization programs
• Develops standards and guides for diverse engineering activities
• Determines program objectives and requirements and organizes programs and projects
• Involved in exploration of subject area, definition of scope and selection of problems for investigation, and development of novel concepts and approaches
• Responsible for acting independently and making authoritative decisions on technical matters
• Involved on team that prepares proposals, conducts interviews and negotiates contracts with clients after selection
• Develops significant relationships with new and existing clients and has responsibility for client maintenance
• Supports firm’s relationships with client management personnel
• Responsible for identifying and directing sub‑consultants performing services on projects
• Active in professional associations, including presentation of technical papers, membership in technical committee, or officer of local or national organization
• Minimal travel is required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, or chemical engineering
• 20+ years of professional experience (exclusive of any advanced degree)
• Registration as a Professional Engineer
• Experience includes water and/or wastewater treatment facilities, wastewater collection systems, water transmission/distribution projects, pipeline rehabilitation projects, and pump stations
• Ability to deliver high quality services within budget and schedule constraints
• Experience in the design and construction phase of small, medium, and large sized water and/or wastewater treatment and infrastructure projects with full responsibility for budget, schedule, contractual obligations and quality standards
• Ability to evaluate progress of staff and results obtained, and recommend major changes to achieve overall objectives
• Ability to communicate effectively with multiple clients and project teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in civil or environmental engineering

Pay Range

An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Other Compensation And Benefits

Carollo is committed to providing employees with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the support employees and their families need to lead healthy, productive lives. Carollo’s benefits package includes paid time off and holidays, comprehensive health insurance coverage, pre‑tax savings account options for healthcare, dependent care and commuter expenses, disability insurance and life insurance options for you and your dependents. We also offer free Caregiver Support, Travel Assistance, counseling services, discount programs, and a Lifestyle Reimbursement Account. Other compensation that may be available includes: 401(k) company contribution matching, tuition reimbursement, discretionary bonuses, career advancement bonuses, professional registration bonuses, employee referral bonuses, and compensatory time for exempt employees. Flexible work arrangements may also be available. Eligibility for benefits varies based on employment status.