Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager

LVI Associates; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

LVI Associates seeks a Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager to lead municipal water/wastewater initiatives in Colorado, guiding planning and design through construction support while mentoring junior engineers.

You will manage scope, schedules, budgets, and client relations, with opportunities to influence regional growth and staffing decisions in a collaborative, autonomous environment.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams on municipal water/wastewater projects.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and growing a local practice.
• Strong track record in managing scope, schedules, budgets, and client relations.

Responsibilities

• Lead municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects from planning to construction support.
• Mentor developing engineers and grow the local practice.
• Assist in business development and proposal efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Project management

Business development

Client communication

Strategic planning

Education

PE license in Colorado

Job description

Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager | Path to Water Practice Leadership

A growing employee-owned engineering consulting firm is seeking a Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager to help lead and expand its municipal water/wastewater practice in Colorado.

This opportunity is ideal for a technical project manager who enjoys leading teams, developing junior engineers, and overseeing projects from pursuit through delivery. The group has a strong backlog of work and is looking for an experienced engineer who can serve as a trusted leader for both clients and internal staff.

The hiring team is open to candidates who are already Senior Project Managers overseeing a team and managing projects and are looking for a step up into senior leadership, as well as project managers who are ready for that next step in terms of expanding their responsibilities.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Clear path toward regional leadership responsibilities
• Opportunity to influence hiring, staffing, and growth strategy
• Strong project backlog of $2.8m+ covering 2027 and beyond
• Employee-owned company (ESOP)
• Flexible hybrid schedule (2 days remote, 3 days office)
• Leadership team that values autonomy, accountability, and technical excellence

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects from planning and design through construction support
• Managing project scope, schedules, budgets, and client communication
• Providing technical leadership and quality oversight to project teams
• Mentoring developing engineers and helping grow the local practice
• Supporting business development and proposal efforts while remaining engaged in project delivery
• Working closely with leadership on strategic growth initiatives throughout the region

Project Experience of Interest:

Candidates may come from a variety of water and wastewater backgrounds, including:

• Water transmission mains
• Wastewater collection systems
• Utility infrastructure improvements
• Pump stations
• Conveyance and pipeline projects

What We're Looking For:

• PE licensed in Colorado
• 10+ years of water/wastewater consulting experience
• Demonstrated experience leading projects and multidisciplinary teams
• Strong technical background with the ability to mentor staff and review engineering work
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, and client relationships
• Interest in helping shape the future direction of a growing practice