Senior Project Water/Wastewater Engineer

H2m-Architects-; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 116,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

H2M architects + engineers is expanding its Water and Wastewater Engineering team and seeks a Senior Project Water/Wastewater Engineer with 8–15 years’ experience and a strong project and client management background. You will lead water/wastewater design for public and private clients, coordinating in-house and external teams across architectural, structural, MEP, and civil disciplines.

Responsibilities include leadership of projects from inception to construction, managing scope, schedule, and

Qualifications

• 8–15 years of progressive experience in planning, design, permitting, and construction of municipal water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in NY/NJ or ability to gain reciprocity.
• Experience delivering multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects and navigating NYSDOH/NJDEP permitting processes.
• Proficiency with engineering software and tools required for design, analysis, and project delivery.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication and client relationship management skills.
• Ability to mentor and train junior engineering staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage medium to large infrastructure projects from inception through planning, design, permitting, bidding, and construction.
• Oversee scope, schedule, budget, and delivery to meet performance goals.
• Serve as Project Manager with technical production and team coordination responsibilities.
• Prepare cost estimates, schedules, and design tasks to ensure on-time, on-budget completion.
• Lead construction administration and oversee construction observation activities.
• Coordinate with internal divisions, external partners, and regulatory authorities.

Skills

Project management

Client engagement

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental/Mechanical Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Tools

CAD software

Hydraulic modeling

Project estimating tools

Job description

H2M architects + engineers, a multidisciplinary architectural, engineering, and environmental consulting firm, is expanding its Water and Wastewater Engineering team. We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Water/Wastewater Engineer with 8 - 15 years' experience, who has a background with Project and Client Management. In this role, you will work alongside other engineers, developing and executing Water/Wastewater design work for both public and private clients. You will also coordinate the efforts of both in-house and outside teams who handle architectural, structural engineering, MEP design, and civil engineering services.

Job Responsibilities:

Project Leadership & Management

• Manage and lead medium to large infrastructure projects from inception through planning, design, permitting, bidding, and construction.
• Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, and delivery to meet established performance goals.
• Function as Project Manager with responsibility for technical production, team coordination, and overall project execution.
• Prepare and manage cost estimates, project schedules, and design tasks to ensure on-time, on-budget completion.
• Lead construction administration and supervise construction observation efforts.

Technical Engineering & Design

• Plan, design, and oversee construction of water and wastewater conveyance systems, including pipelines, pump stations, storage facilities, treatment systems, and related infrastructure.
• Prepare comprehensive engineering construction packages, including drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Perform detailed engineering analysis and calculations, leveraging design software to solve complex technical challenges.
• Lead planning and design efforts for water supply, treatment, distribution, and wastewater systems.

Permitting, Bidding & Regulatory Coordination

• Prepare and deliver permit applications to local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
• Assist clients with public and private bidding procedures and participate in bid evaluations.
• Coordinate project execution with internal technical divisions, external partners, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities.

Client Engagement & Business Development

• Support the preparation of proposals, including technical writing, scope development, and budget preparation.
• Engage directly with municipal, industrial, and private-sector clients to support project development and ongoing relationships.
• Participate in marketing planning, client presentations, and interviews for prospective projects.
• Represent the firm through outreach to technical societies, industry groups, and trade organizations.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Supervise, mentor, and support engineering and design/drafting staff, fostering technical development and project excellence.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams and build the team's overall technical capabilities.

Education and Qualifications:

• 8-15 years of progressive experience in the planning, design, permitting, and construction of municipal water and wastewater infrastructure, including conveyance systems, treatment facilities, and pump stations.
• Bachelors' degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or related field of study.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of NJ/NY-Or ability to gain reciprocity
• Experience working on both public and private water/wastewater projects.
• Proven background in delivering multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects and navigating NYSDOH/NJDEP permitting processes.
• Experience preparing, reviewing, and approving engineering proposals, drawings, specifications, schedules, and cost estimates.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing projects through commissioning and startup phases.
• Strong data analysis and technical problem solving abilities.-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with engineering software and tools required for design, analysis, and project delivery.
• Strong interpersonal, communication (oral and written), and client relationship management skills.-relationship management skills.
• Ability to mentor and train junior engineering and technical staff.
• Active participation in relevant industry organizations (e.g., AWWA, WEF) preferred.

The salary range for this role is $116,000 - $166,000 annually.