Sr. Project Engineer (Spring, TX)

The Planet Group; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

The Planet Group is seeking a skilled Project Engineer III to lead capital projects across East Texas. You will manage design teams, prepare bid documents, and ensure design concepts meet reliability, safety, and regulatory standards.

The role requires a PE license in Texas or ability to obtain within 6 months, plus 6+ years in water/wastewater with project budgets over $1M. Travel and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil/environmental engineering or related field.
• PE license in Texas or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• 6+ years of professional experience in water and/or wastewater and budgets over $1M (wastewater preferred).
• Experience conducting field testing, data collection programs, and master planning for water distribution systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct project management support in the design and construction management of capital projects.
• Manage third party consulting design firms.
• Prepare technical, bidding and contractual documents for capital investments.
• Oversee scope and quality of work to meet design concepts, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a senior technical manager for water and wastewater treatment design and reviews.
• Conduct process evaluations and facility inspections to identify capital improvements.
• Develop standards and guidance for water and wastewater design and operation.
• Support Capital Planning and Asset Management to align with state needs.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/environmental engineering

Job description

Location: Spring, TX, Austin, TX, Houston, TX, Fort Worth, TX

Pay: $150-160K/year + 10% STI + 10% LTI (possible flex)

Relocation: Yes

Work Schedule: Onsite Job summary

Seeking a skilled Project Engineer III to lead capital projects across East Texas. You will manage design teams, prepare bid documents, and ensure design concepts meet reliability, safety, and regulatory standards.

The role requires a PE license in Texas or ability to obtain within 6 months, plus 6+ years in water/wastewater with project budgets over $1M. Travel and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil/environmental engineering or related engineering field.
• Professional Engineer's License (PE) in the State of Texas or ability to achieve within 6 months of hire.
• 6+ years of professional experience in water and/or wastewater and budget management of projects over $1M; wastewater preferred.
• Experience conducting field testing, data collection programs, and master planning for water distribution systems.
• Current Driver's License and ability to drive to project sites within the region.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct project management support in the design and construction management of capital projects.
• Manage third party consulting design firms.
• Prepare technical, bidding and contractual documents for capital investments.
• Oversee scope and quality of work to meet design concepts, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a senior technical manager for water and wastewater treatment design and reviews.
• Conduct process evaluations and facility inspections to identify capital improvements.
• Develop standards and guidance for water and wastewater design and operation.
• Support Capital Planning and Asset Management to align with state needs.

The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation - connecting the right people with the right opportunities. Named one of the fastest-growing private companies in the US, The Planet Group operates with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results - building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.

EEOC Compliance Statement

The Planet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.