Senior Wastewater Project Manager

AE2S (Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, LLC); Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus opportunities

Employee ownership through the ESOP

Matching 401(k) contributions

100% company-paid family health, and 


Dental and vision insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

PTO and paid parental leave

Job summary

AE2S in Grand Forks, ND is seeking a Senior Wastewater Project Manager to lead complex wastewater projects, build lasting client relationships, and guide multidisciplinary teams. You will pursue new opportunities and provide senior leadership across municipal infrastructure initiatives.

The role emphasizes project leadership, mentorship, and engagement with industry events, with a strong focus on delivering safe, sustainable water systems for communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering.
• PE registration or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 15+ years of civil or environmental engineering experience.
• 10+ years as a project engineer for municipal clients.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel for project/client responsibilities and business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead large, complex wastewater projects from planning through design and construction.
• Develop long-term client relationships as primary point of contact.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, contractual obligations, quality, and performance.
• Identify, evaluate, and pursue new project and business development opportunities.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams, subconsultants, and contractors.
• Provide mentorship to engineers, technicians, and other team members.
• Lead client meetings, proposals, and contract discussions.
• Maintain project/client information in CRM systems.
• Participate in professional associations and industry events.
• Provide senior-level oversight and QA for wastewater collection, treatment, and municipal infrastructure.

Skills

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/environmental engineering

PE registration (or ability to obtain within 6 months)

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Senior Wastewater Project Manager - Grand Forks, ND

Our growth-minded, collaborative, and fun culture has us seeking individuals who are interested in becoming employee-owners and joining our success. AE2S is a 100-percent employee-owned engineering consulting firm focused on solving complex water and infrastructure challenges.

We are seeking a Senior Wastewater Project Manager to lead large, complex wastewater projects, build and maintain strong client relationships, pursue new opportunities, and provide leadership to multidisciplinary project teams. This role is ideal for an experienced professional who enjoys managing projects and people, developing client solutions, and helping communities navigate wastewater infrastructure challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage wastewater projects of varying size and complexity from planning through design and construction
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and develop long-term, trusted client relationships
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, contractual obligations, quality standards, and overall project performance
• Identify, evaluate, and pursue new project and business development opportunities
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, subconsultants, and contractors
• Provide guidance and mentorship to engineers, technicians, and other project team members
• Lead client meetings, project presentations, proposals, and contract discussions
• Maintain project and client information within CRM systems
• Participate in professional associations and local, regional, and national industry events
• Provide senior-level oversight and quality assurance for wastewater collection, treatment, and related municipal infrastructure projectssss

Why AE2S

Build Your Future. Protect What Matters.

AE2S is a 100%Employee-Owned engineering consulting firm focused on solving complex water and infrastructure challenges. In the role, you will have the opportunity to make a national impact while helping communities create safe, sustainable, and resilient water systems.

Compensation and Total Rewards

At AE2S, compensation extends beyond base pay and includes opportunities to share in both individual and company success through:

• Discretionary bonus opportunities
• Employee ownership through the ESOP
• Matching 401(k) contributions

Industry-Leading Family Benefits

AE2S believes financial security extends beyond salary alone. Our comprehensive benefits program includes:

• 100-percent company-paid family health Insurance
• 100-percent company-paid employee dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO), including credits for prior experience
• Paid parental leave

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or related field.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 15+ years of experience in civil or environmental engineering.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel as required for project/client responsibilities and business development.
• 10+ years of demonstrated experience as a project engineer for municipal clients.
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years demonstrated of experience as a municipal client manager.
• Ability to lead both internal initiatives and external projects.
• Ability to multi-task and effectively manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.

Physical Qualifications

• Ability to walk up to three miles on uneven terrain
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
• Occasionally climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 20 pounds, with rare lifting up to 50 pounds
• Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Ability to travel to project sites, including occasional overnight travel
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required based on project needs

AE2S is an Equal Opportunity / Aff…