Senior Project Manager - Water & Wastewater Infrastructure

Metric Geo; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Telemedicine

Employee assistance

Job summary

Metric Geo seeks a Senior Project Manager (Engineer) to lead water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects from Cincinnati, Ohio. You will manage scope, schedule, budgets, and client coordination while delivering technically rigorous designs and reports.

The role requires a PE license and 10–15 years of experience, with strong leadership across multidisciplinary teams. You will mentor staff, oversee design development, and ensure compliance using Civil 3D, Revit, and Power BI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure.
• 10–15 years of experience leading water, wastewater and stormwater projects.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing all phases of project delivery, including scoping, scheduling, budgeting, and quality assurance.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and manage client communications.
• Direct planning and detailed design of water/wastewater conveyance systems and pump stations.
• Prepare and review basis-of-design documentation, asset assessments, modelling, and permitting.

Skills

Project leadership

Client meetings

Technical reporting

Analytical thinking

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil/Environmental/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Adobe Suite

Bluebeam

Deltek Vantagepoint

Power BI

Civil 3D

Revit

SpecLink

Job description

Senior Project Manager (Engineer) - Water & Wastewater Infrastructure

About the Organisation

Our client is an established, multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm committed to planning, designing, and delivering solutions that support healthy, thriving communities. Its people are at the heart of the business, with a culture built on collaboration, integrity, respect, and teamwork.

The organisation is dedicated to supporting its employees, clients, and the communities it serves. It believes that great outcomes come from bringing talented people together, encouraging innovation, and creating an environment where everyone can contribute, develop, and thrive.

Why Join?

The organisation offers a people-focused environment where professional development, collaboration, and employee wellbeing are valued. It is committed to creating a workplace where employees feel supported, recognised, and empowered to deliver high-quality work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

The successful candidate will bring:

• A bachelor's or master's degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure.
• At least 10 - 15 years of experience providing technical leadership on water, wastewater, and stormwater conveyance projects, including pump stations. Wastewater treatment experience would be an advantage.
• A strong technical background in the design of water and wastewater utility systems, pipelines, pump stations, and storage facilities.
• Proven experience developing project plans, anticipating and resolving project issues, leading client meetings, and overseeing the preparation of technical reports and designs.
• Demonstrated expertise in preparing high-quality technical reports and memoranda, as well as preparing and sealing design plans and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to technical excellence.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Adobe Suite, Bluebeam, Deltek Vantagepoint, and Power BI.
• Familiarity with hydraulic modelling tools, Civil 3D, Revit, and SpecLink.
• Established relationships with local water, wastewater, and municipal utility organisations, which would be beneficial.

The ideal candidate will also demonstrate curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative approach, alongside a commitment to delivering excellent work and building strong professional relationships.

About the Role

Our client is seeking a Senior Project Manager (Engineer) to join its Cincinnati, Ohio team, working on a diverse portfolio of water, wastewater, stormwater conveyance, and treatment projects.

The successful candidate will be supported by a collaborative team of project professionals, with the flexibility to deliver high-quality technical solutions while maintaining a positive work-life balance. The role offers the opportunity to lead complex infrastructure projects that make a meaningful difference to the communities they serve.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing all phases of project delivery, including pursuit strategy, client interviews, proposal development, project scoping, scheduling, team coordination, budget management, change control, and quality assurance.
• Providing clear direction to multidisciplinary teams, communicating project objectives, and fostering collaboration to achieve successful outcomes aligned with client and business goals.
• Leading and reviewing the planning and detailed design of infrastructure projects, including water and wastewater conveyance systems, pump stations, and storage facilities, from master planning and concept development through final design and tender-ready documentation.
• Undertaking and reviewing technical analyses, including basis-of-design documentation, asset condition assessments, infrastructure siting, system modelling, and permitting.
• Acting as Project Manager, Engineer of Record, Technical Advisor, or Quality Control Reviewer to maintain technical integrity, meet project schedules, and ensure compliance with relevant standards and client requirements.
• Applying an understanding of market conditions, business drivers, and resource management to support operational objectives, improve project delivery, and contribute to business development.
• Establishing credibility as a technical leader within the organisation and wider industry, with a strong track record of delivering complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Developing and maintaining client relationships by understanding client objectives, providing trusted advice, and delivering solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
• Potentially taking on a broader technical leadership role for conveyance projects across Ohio, working with colleagues and technical leaders to promote consistent standards and technical excellence.

This position offers the opportunity to influence the delivery of essential infrastructure while developing leadership capabilities and progressing professionally within a supportive, collaborative environment.

Professional Development

The organisation supports continued professional growth through a range of development opportunities, including:

• Internal learning and development programmes.
• Professional licensure support.
• Opportunities to participate in professional organisations and industry initiatives.

Culture and Wellbeing

The organisation fosters a workplace culture that prioritises employee wellbeing, inclusion, collaboration, and long-term success. Its aim is to ensure employees feel valued, supported, and confident in the organisation's future.

The benefits package includes:

• Flexible working arrangements and generous paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, alongside wellness programmes.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
• Supplemental insurance options, including critical care, pet, legal, and identity theft protection.
• Family planning support and parental leave.
• Public transport and mass transit programmes.
• Telemedicine services and employee assistance programmes.