Senior Project Manager

Forsgren Associates; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Competitive Pay

Medical, Vision, Dental, and HSA

Generous PTO

401K Plan including employer contribution

Job summary

Forsgren Associates in Salt Lake City seeks an experienced engineer to lead water/wastewater infrastructure projects. The role involves managing a team, enhancing operational efficiency, and cultivating client relationships across the western U.S.

The ideal candidate should possess a B.S. in Civil Engineering, PE registration in Utah, and over 10 years of industry experience. Benefits include flexible schedules, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of water/wastewater engineering experience.
• Project management experience including successful execution of engineering projects.
• Strong staff mentorship and performance management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of engineers on water/wastewater projects.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and technical quality.
• Strengthen client relationships through value-driven engineering solutions.

Skills

Water/Wastewater engineering

Project management

Staff mentorship

Strategic planning

Client development

Communication skills

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Utah

Job description

When you join Forsgren Associates, a newly acquired Apex Company, you won’t just be ‘going to work’. You’ll be helping grow a longstanding business while receiving the recognition and support your commitment to professional growth deserves.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of engineers and technical staff on a wide variety of Water/Wastewater infrastructure projects—from planning and design through bidding and construction.
• Drive operational excellence by monitoring project schedules, budgets, technical quality, and team workload.
• Strengthen and expand client relationships and workload through responsive, value‑driven engineering solutions.
• Guide and mentor staff to cultivate a high‑performing team culture focused on quality, accountability, and professional growth.
• Develop and strengthen client relationships by proactively identifying new business opportunities through networking, thoughtful engagement, proposal preparation, and client presentations, supporting the growth of our regional business development program.
• Partner with division leadership on strategic planning, business development, and client relationship management throughout the western U.S.
• Play a central role in talent development, succession planning, and long‑term organizational sustainability.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering (or related field)
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Utah (or ability to obtain such a license)
• 10+ years of water/wastewater engineering experience
• Project management experience including development of project proposals, scopes, budgets, and successful execution of engineering projects
• Strong staff mentorship and performance management capabilities
• Experience with strategic planning, client development, and operational oversight
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and strong interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Flexible Schedule
• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Vision, Dental, and HSA
• Generous PTO
• 401K Plan including employer contribution

As set forth in Forsgren Associates’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.