Transmission and Utilities Engineering Project Manager

Freese and Nichols; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid overtime

Annual bonus

Access to company cabins

Hybrid work schedule

Alternative work schedule

Job summary

Freese and Nichols is seeking a Transmission and Utilities Engineering Project Manager in Atlanta or Columbus, Georgia. You will oversee complex projects in water and sewer systems and manage multi-discipline engineering teams. The ideal candidate will have over six years of experience in water/wastewater engineering and hold a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. The role supports a hybrid work environment with paid overtime, annual bonuses, and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience in water/wastewater engineering and project management.
• Georgia Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to become registered within 6 months.
• Demonstrated technical proficiency in hydraulics and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, monitor, control and close projects using earned value management principles.
• Provide supervision of multi-discipline teams of engineers and coordinate assigned work.
• Design and review calculations of others, seal drawings and reports.

Skills

Water/wastewater engineering

Project management

Hydraulics

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Freese and Nichols is searching for a Transmission and Utilities Engineering Project Manager in Atlanta or Columbus, Georgia—where you will take command of complex projects from concept to completion, providing expert project management and technical leadership during studies, design, and construction phases. In this role, you will play a crucial part in delivering water and sewer distribution and collection system piping and pump station projects—empowering communities, working closely with talented multidisciplinary teams, and shaping the future of regional water infrastructure through innovative solutions and hands‑on technical oversight in a vibrant, growth‑oriented environment that celebrates collaboration, professional growth, and lasting community impact.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, monitor, control and close projects using earned value management principles
• Provide supervision of multi‑discipline teams of engineers, engineering technicians, GIS analysts, designers, CAD staff, sub‑consultants, etc. and coordinate assigned work to ensure continuity, consistency, and quality.
• Design and review calculations of others and seal drawings and reports.
• Work independently and mentor junior staff.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, clients’ staff, regulatory agencies and within project teams.
• Participate in business development activities including engineering scope and fee preparation, proposal preparation, and marketing activities. Commit to client service for both internal and external clients.

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience in water/wastewater engineering and project management
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
• Georgia Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to become registered within 6 months
• Demonstrated technical proficiency in hydraulics, industry standards, etc.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Benefits

Besides our comprehensive benefits package, we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.