Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Verdantas; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Environment

Paid Parental Leave

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off + Holidays

Job summary

Verdantas in Medford, OR seeks a Senior Engineer to lead planning, design, and delivery of municipal water, wastewater, and stormwater projects. You will apply technical expertise to rehab and replace infrastructure, mentor staff, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver high‑impact solutions.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree and PE registration in Oregon or ability to obtain within one year, plus 10+ years of municipal infrastructure experience; strong communication with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• PE Registration in Oregon or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• 10+ years of experience in municipal infrastructure.
• Proven leadership in infrastructure rehabilitation and utility coordination.
• Strong understanding of water and wastewater engineering.
• Strong technical knowledge and practical field experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and client-facing skills.
• Previous experience mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead design for rehabilitation or replacement of municipal infrastructure (treatment, pumps, storage, water distribution, wastewater, stormwater).
• Troubleshoot operations and develop improvement plans.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring junior staff

Client-facing communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!
At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting‑edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high‑growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure. Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people‑focused culture, prioritizing the well‑being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data‑driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future. Join a people‑first culture that values your well‑being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.

Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?

We are seeking a Senior Engineer to join our growing team in Medford, Albany, Newport, or Coos Bay, OR. In this role, you will contribute technical expertise toward the planning, design, and delivery of critical municipal water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects. This opportunity is ideal for an engineer who is passionate about solving real‑world utility challenges, enjoys hands‑on design, collaborates well in multidisciplinary teams, and seeks professional growth in a supportive, mission‑driven environment. Join us as we help communities modernize essential infrastructure and move toward cleaner, smarter environmental solutions. Apply today and make a lasting impact.

What You’ll Do

• Lead design for the rehabilitation or replacement of municipal infrastructure, including treatment, pump stations, storage, water distribution, wastewater collection, and stormwater systems
• Troubleshoot infrastructure system operations and develop plans and recommendations for operational improvements
• Oversee mechanical systems design (treatment facilities, pump stations, etc.), including electrical and structural components
• Manage subcontractors that provide ancillary services for projects, including geotechnical, environmental, cultural, survey, and other services as needed
• Manage project bidding and award, contractor coordination, construction oversight, project financing, including funding agency reimbursement, and project closeout services
• Support clients to identify funding sources and coordinate applications for funding
• Serve as a technical authority and mentor junior engineers
• Guide small and underfunded utility providers to modernize aging infrastructure
• Manage project delivery and meet client needs and expectations

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• PE Registration in Oregon or the ability to obtain an Oregon License within 1 year
• 10+ years of experience in municipal infrastructure
• Proven leadership in infrastructure rehabilitation and utility coordination
• Strong understanding of water and wastewater engineering
• Strong technical knowledge and practical field experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication and client‑facing skills
• Previous experience leading and mentoring junior staff

Salary Range

$120,000-$150,000

Benefits

• Flexible Work Environment
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off + Holidays

Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.

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