Wastewater Project Manager

AE2S (Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, LLC); Lehi (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Health, dental & vision insurance

Paid time off & parental leave

Job summary

AE2S is seeking a Wastewater Project Manager in Lehi, Utah to lead planning, design, and delivery of wastewater projects across the region. You will blend technical leadership with client development and project execution to strengthen communities and infrastructure.

The role emphasizes team leadership, strong client relationships, and the ability to manage multiple projects within an expanding Utah footprint. Travel and collaboration with a national network are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental engineering or related field; PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience in wastewater or water treatment design and project delivery.
• Proven ability to manage projects, clients and teams simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills to translate technical concepts to clients.
• Experience or interest in business development and client growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and develop/implement strategies to drive local growth aligned with goals.
• Deliver water/wastewater engineering projects including planning, study, design, and construction administration.
• Manage performance of project team members including engineers and technicians.
• Maintain and grow client relationships with current and prospective clients.
• Identify, pursue, and manage project opportunities.
• Provide quality control and assurance on all project work.
• Maintain budgets and schedules.
• Coordinate and attend internal and external meetings.

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Team leadership

Business development

Water/wastewater design

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wastewater Project Manager - Lehi, Utah

Wastewater engineering is more than treatment processes. It’s about protecting public health, strengthening communities, and building resilient infrastructure for the future. We’re looking for a Wastewater Project Manager to lead planning, design, and delivery of wastewater projects in the Lehi, Utah region. This is a high-impact role where you’ll combine technical leadership, client development, and project delivery to drive both project success and regional growth.

If you enjoy leading teams, building client relationships, and solving complex treatment challenges, this is your opportunity!

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive leadership and engineering solutions by developing and implementing business development strategies to drive local growth that is in partnership and alignment with strategic goals.
• Provide professional services for water/wastewater engineering projects to include planning, study, design, and construction administration on projects related to water/wastewater treatment
• Manage performance of assigned project team members including Project Engineers, Junior Engineers, and Technicians
• Maintain existing client relationships and develop relationships with prospective/new clients
• Identify, evaluate, pursue, and manage project opportunities
• Provide quality control and quality assurance on all project work
• Maintain budgets and schedules of project assignments
• Coordinate, facilitate, and attend internal and external meetings

What Success Looks Like

• Strong client relationships that lead to repeat work and new opportunities
• Projects delivered on time, on budget, and with technical excellence
• A growing presence in the Lehi/Utah water & wastewater market
• A collaborative, high-performing team aligned around project success

Why AE2S

Build Your Future. Protect What Matters.

AE2S is a 100%Employee-Owned engineering consulting firm focused on solving complex water and infrastructure challenges. In the role, you will have the opportunity to make a national impact while helping communities create safe, sustainable, and resilient water systems.

Compensation And Total Rewards

At AE2S, compensation extends beyond base pay and includes opportunities to share in both individual and company success through:

• Discretionary bonus opportunities
• Employee ownership through the ESOP
• Matching 401(k) contributions

Industry-Leading Family Benefits

AE2S believes financial security extends beyond salary alone. Our comprehensive benefits program includes:

• 100-percent company-paid family health Insurance
• 100-percent company-paid employee dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO), including credits for prior experience
• Paid parental leave

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Environmental Engineering or related field
• Registration as a Professional Engineer or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Experience in wastewater or water treatment design and project delivery
• Proven ability to manage projects, clients and teams simultaneously
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts to clients
• Experience or interest in business development and client growth
• Ability to travel as required for project/client responsibilities and business development
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in civil engineering or related field
• 15+ years water or wastewater consulting experience in Utah
• Prior project management experience
• Proven client relationships and an interest in business development
• Knowledge of Utah design standards and permitting
• Knowledge of Utah funding programs

Physical Qualifications

• Ability to walk up to 3-miles on uneven terrain
• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
• Occasionally climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull light to moderate amounts of weight
• May require lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds, with rare lifting of up to 50 pounds
• Ability to inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• May be required to wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to, flame resistant clothing, hard hat, and protective footwear
• May require occasional evenings and weekends with overtime expectations varying with workload
• May be required to travel to off-site locations including occasional overnight stays out of town

AE2S is an Equal Opportunity / Affinity / Disability Employer