Senior Project Manager – Water/Wastewater

Tetra Tech; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Merit-based rewards

Work-life balance

Collaborative culture

Professional growth

Job summary

Tetra Tech in Austin, TX seeks a Water Senior Project Manager to lead and mentor teams across water, wastewater, and stormwater projects from planning through construction. You will manage scopes, schedules, budgets, and client relationships, ensuring technical excellence and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a Texas-licensed PE, 10+ years of experience, and a proven track record in delivering complex infrastructure projects. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• PE in Texas or ability to obtain licensure within six months.
• Minimum of 10 years of related experience.
• Experience developing, writing, and pricing scopes of work for proposals.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage infrastructure projects from planning through final design and cost estimates.
• Provide technical oversight for pipelines, and treatment facilities.
• Manage multiple projects with scope, schedule, budget, and resources.
• Maintain and expand client relationships and support business development.
• Ensure technical accuracy and adherence to engineering standards and documentation.
• Evaluate design options and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide construction support and interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Make independent assessments of engineering problems and propose solutions.
• Achieve project profitability and utilization targets.
• Mentor and lead junior engineers and project staff.

Skills

Public sector projects

Leadership

Texas regulations

Scope pricing

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) in Texas

10+ years of related experience

Driver’s license

Job description

Position Summary

The Water Senior Project Manager provides technical leadership, project management, and staff mentorship for water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects. This position supports planning, design, and construction phases while ensuring technical excellence, financial performance, and client satisfaction.

Essential Job Functions

• Lead and manage infrastructure projects from conceptual planning through final design, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Provide technical oversight for planning and design of pipelines, treatment facilities, pump stations, and storage facilities.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, including scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation.
• Maintain and expand existing client relationships and support business development activities.
• Ensure technical accuracy, adherence to engineering standards, and proper documentation.
• Evaluate design alternatives, resolve technical issues, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide construction support, including interpretation of plans and specifications and coordination of design modifications.
• Make independent assessments of engineering problems and recommend solutions.
• Achieve project financial targets related to profitability and utilization.
• Mentor and provide leadership to junior engineers and project staff.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Civil or Environmental Engineering in Texas, or ability to obtain licensure within six months.
• Minimum of 10 years of related experience.
• Experience in technical project execution and developing, writing, and pricing scopes of work for proposals.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing water, wastewater, or stormwater projects for public sector clients.
• Prior experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Familiarity with Texas regulatory requirements and local agency standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform work in both office and field environments.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting of materials or equipment up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment / Environmental Factors

• Combination of office and field settings, including active construction sites.
• Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions and moderate noise levels.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Additional Information

• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Work Location: Austin, Texas.
• Travel Requirement: Approximately 15% or more.
• Organization: 200 IEW

Life At Tetra Tech

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tetra Tech is a Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.