Senior Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Project Manager

LVI Associates; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance bonuses

Retirement contributions

Professional development support

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

LVI Associates in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Senior Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Project Manager to lead complex municipal projects from planning through construction. This role offers opportunities to improve water reliability and community resilience across the Southwest.

You will manage budgets, schedules, and subconsultants; mentor junior staff; develop client relationships with utilities and public agencies; and serve as a technical leader in the water and wastewater sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• PE license required.
• 15+ years of experience in water and wastewater infrastructure engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience.
• Proven experience delivering infrastructure projects through planning, design, and construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects from planning through design and construction.
• Oversee design of water transmission and distribution pipelines, wastewater systems, pump stations, reservoirs and storage facilities.
• Prepare engineering reports, technical memoranda, specifications, cost estimates, and permit applications.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, contracts, and quality standards.
• Direct multidisciplinary project teams and mentor junior staff.
• Coordinate and manage subconsultants.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships with municipalities, utilities, and public agencies.
• Serve as a technical leader within the organization and industry.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Mentoring

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Senior Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Project Manager

Location: Phoenix, AZ
Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity

A nationally recognized consulting engineering firm is seeking a Senior Infrastructure Engineer/Project Manager to support and lead complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to work on critical projects that improve water reliability, wastewater systems, and long-term community resilience throughout the Southwest.

What You'll Do

• Lead and manage municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects from planning through design and construction.
• Oversee the design of:
  • Water transmission and distribution pipelines
  • Wastewater collection systems
  • Pump stations
  • Reservoirs and storage facilities
  • Rehabilitation and improvement projects
• Prepare engineering reports, technical memoranda, specifications, cost estimates, and permit applications.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, contracts, and quality standards.
• Direct multidisciplinary project teams and mentor junior staff.
• Coordinate and manage subconsultants.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships with municipalities, utilities, and public agencies.
• Serve as a technical leader within the organization and industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 15+ years of experience in water and wastewater infrastructure engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience.
• Proven experience delivering infrastructure projects through planning, design, and construction.
• Background in one or more of the following:
  • Water treatment facilities
  • Wastewater treatment facilities
  • Water transmission and distribution systems
  • Wastewater collection systems
  • Pump stations
  • Pipeline rehabilitation projects
• Strong communication and client-facing skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Extensive design and construction phase experience.
• Active participation in professional organizations and industry associations.

What Makes This Role Attractive

• Lead high-profile water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Work alongside industry-recognized technical experts.
• Strong career growth and leadership opportunities.
• Competitive compensation, performance bonuses, retirement contribution programs, professional development assistance, and comprehensive benefits.
• Flexible work arrangements may be available.

Ideal Candidate: A senior-level PE who enjoys managing complex infrastructure projects, developing client relationships, mentoring teams, and serving as a technical leader in the water and wastewater industry.