Senior Program Manager, Engineering - Deer Island

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority; Winthrop (MA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority in Deer Island, Winthrop, MA, is seeking a Capital Engineering Manager to oversee engineering projects from concept through construction. You will coordinate with operations staff, develop plans, and manage budgets, schedules, and vendor contracts.

The role requires a bachelor’s in engineering, eight years of related experience with four in supervisory roles, and professional engineer licensure preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or related engineering field is required.
• Eight years of related experience with four years in supervisory/managerial capacity or equivalent.
• Registration as Massachusetts Professional Engineer is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages engineering projects that support the operations staff for engineering resolution.
• Provides engineering support to the maintenance staff with complex work orders and contract maintenance projects.
• Supervises design, engineering, drafting, and finalization of in-house projects involving repair/replace/modification activities.
• Oversees project management of concept designs, detailed designs and the preparation of plans and specifications for proposed plant engineering modifications.
• Oversees and directs consulting engineering services and contracts during construction.

Skills

Project management

Supervisory experience

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or related engineering field

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Are you looking to make a meaningful impact on public health and the environment? Join the MWRA team! We deliver some of the nation's highest-quality drinking water to 3 million residents, restored Boston Harbor, and continue to invest in protecting vital public resources. Be part of a mission-driven organization where your work truly makes a difference in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.

Summary

Manages projects assigned for the Capital Engineering Department from conceptual design through the construction phase.

Posting Period: 11/3/2026 to 11/16/2026
Location: Deer Island (Winthrop), MA
Salary: $121,302.32 - $169,829.82 Annually $2,332.74 - $3,265.96 WeeklyWork Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:00pm

Key Responsibilities

• Develops and manages engineering projects that support the operations staff for engineering resolution. Recommends solutions to the problems which arise during normal operations.
• Provides engineering support to the maintenance staff with complex work orders and contract maintenance projects and provides appropriate design services. Provides support services for the economical operation of plant wide compressed air, water, HVAC, process pumping and electrical systems.
• Supervises design, engineering, drafting, and finalization of in-house projects involving repair/replace/modification activities, renovation and layout changes for offices, laboratories, shops and warehouses.
• Oversees project management of concept designs, detailed designs and the preparation of plans and specifications for proposed plant engineering modifications. Identifies, prioritizes, and establishes milestones for the completion of projects within the department.
• Manages blanket maintenance/construction contracts.
• Oversees the preparation of plans and specifications for vendor contracts for proposed plant engineering modifications.
• Oversees reviews and modifications of operations and maintenance documentation. Ensures that all operations and maintenance documentation conforms to MWRA standards.
• Oversees and manages construction projects generated by the Capital Engineering department and outside consultants. Performs project management on construction projects.
• Oversees and directs consulting engineering services and contracts during construction including all work for quality of work, budgets, schedule, and compliance with contractual terms and MWRA objectives and policies.
• Oversees the updating of engineering drawings and records and the subsequent forwarding (in accordance with established procedures) to the Technical Services Center.
• Provides oral and written reports to the Manager, Engineering Services (DI) detailing results of problem investigations, proposed resolution, and economic justification for the proposed changes.
• Evaluates assigned employees performance according to MWRA procedures. Conducts performance reviews for assigned staff.
• Coordinates projects with communities, government agencies and other MWRA departments.
• Prepare annual and supplementary budget requests for review by Manager, Engineering Services (DI).
• Participates in consultant selection procedures and negotiations.
• Mentors and guides assigned staff to improve performance and project execution.
• Supports and participates in MWRA recruiting efforts.
• Performs related duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or related engineering field; and
• Understanding of facilities design and plant engineering, and construction project management techniques to include the preparation of plans, specifications, and biddable project documents as normally acquired through at least eight (8) years of related experience;
• Of which four (4) years must be in a supervisory, project management, or managerial capacity; or
• Any equivalent combination of education or experience.
• A valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Class "D" Operators license or driver's license from another state.
• Registration as Massachusetts Professional Engineer is preferred.
• Position may be eligible to telework up to 2 days/wk after an initial waiting period.
• This position has been designated as essential in instances where the MWRA Executive Director requires essential personnel to report to work such as inclement weather or other emergencies.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Experience in water and wastewater treatment operations, utilities and large facility start-up procedures is preferred.
• Ability to plan, organize, direct, train and assign duties to subordinates.
• Extensive experience in the development and oversight of MGL chapter 30 and 149 contracts.
• Personal computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, project management and AutoCAD preferred.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.

Tools and Equipment Used

Office machines as normally associated with a professional environment, including the use of telephone, personal computers, typical office software, email, videoconferencing applications, copier, fax machine, printer, and scanner.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, taste or smell.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration. The employee occasionally works in high precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. Position may be eligible to telework up to two days/week after an initial waiting period.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud in field settings and moderately quiet in other work facilities.

Supervision Received and Exercised

Works under the general supervision of the Manager, Engineering Services (DI).
Exercises close supervision of Program Managers, Project Managers, and Staff Engineers.

Other Position Information

PCR: 2971013

Division: Operations

Department: Deer Island - Cap Prg Mgt

Union/Grade: MOSES (Unit 9)/Grade 30

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.