Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Technical Hires; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering and consulting is seeking a Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager in Denver, CO. The role demands expertise in leading large-scale projects, managing budgets, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will be a licensed PE with extensive experience in water/wastewater engineering, offering a competitive salary and generous employee benefits.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) with company match

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement and career advancement support

Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in water/wastewater engineering.
• Ability to lead teams and manage project execution effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead water and wastewater projects from conception to completion.
• Manage budgets, timelines, permitting, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to define objectives.

Skills

Project Management

Engineering Analysis

Business Development

Client Engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Colorado

Job description

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Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $210,000.00/yr

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Senior Civil Engineering Consultant | Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Technical Hires

Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Lead water and wastewater projects—including large-scale pump and lift stations—while driving strategic growth in a thriving, employee-owned environment. This executive-level opportunity in Denver, CO, offers a competitive salary, exceptional bonuses, and the chance to shape the future of infrastructure solutions.

The Job:

• Lead and oversee water and wastewater projects from conception to completion, managing budgets, timelines, permitting, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and teams to define objectives and technical requirements while conducting engineering analyses, feasibility studies, and system designs.
• Oversee construction, site assessments, and project execution, ensuring quality in reports, plans, and specifications.
• Drive business development through proposal writing, project management, client engagement, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Lead a team of engineers or project managers to successfully deliver project on time and in budget.

What are they looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Colorado.
• 10+ years of experience in water/wastewater engineering.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive Salary: $150,000 – $210,000, based on experience and qualifications.
• Employee Ownership: 100% employee-owned, offering participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with company match up to 4%.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Parental Leave.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and career advancement support. Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans.

The company

• Established for over 50 years with a growing presence in engineering and consulting, with over 600 employees.
• Known for tackling complex challenges and driving meaningful industry advancements.
• Recognized for delivering impactful solutions across infrastructure, sustainability, and digital transformation.
• 100% employee-owned, empowering teams to take ownership of innovative solutions.
• Earned awards for focusing on employee well-being and community growth.

Technical Hires is an equal opportunity staffing agency and does not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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