Wastewater Project Manager

AE2S (Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, LLC); Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Discretionary Bonus Plan

Matching 401(k) Contributions

Paid Time Off (PTO) Credits for Past 2

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness Program

100% Paid Health Insurance

100% Paid Dental

Job summary

AE2S in Sioux Falls, SD seeks a Wastewater Senior Project Engineer / Project Manager to lead design and delivery of municipal wastewater projects. You will guide teams, manage budgets, and nurture client relationships while pursuing new opportunities that advance our community-focused goals.

Ideal candidates hold a civil engineering degree with PE eligibility and 6+ years of municipal wastewater experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer ideal or ability to obtain within 3 months.
• 6+ years of experience in municipal civil engineering with a strong interest in the wastewater market sector.
• Ability to travel as required for business development and project/client responsibilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Maintain stellar reputation for integrity, fairness, reliability, good judgment and aptitude among peers, management, and staff.
• 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

Responsibilities

• Provide professional services for wastewater engineering projects to include design, plans, specifications, reports, project budgets, scope of work, permits, contracts, schedules, estimates, and coordination of sub-consultants and contractors
• Provide professional services for the design and construction of wastewater collection systems, and wastewater treatment facilities
• Work within multi-discipline projects that include civil, electrical, and architectural aspects
• Identify, evaluate, pursue, and manage project opportunities
• Provide quality control and quality assurance on all project work
• Maintain budgets and schedules of project assignments and maintain quality client relationships and communication
• Coordinate, facilitate, and attend internal and external meetings
• Provide guidance to junior engineers, technicians, and other project team members
• Gather critical data to assist clients with project financing and funding development

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Client relationship management

Water/wastewater design

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) eligibility

Master’s degree in civil/environmental engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wastewater Senior Project Engineer / Project Manager - Sioux Falls, SD Our growth-minded, collaborative, and fun culture has us seeking individuals who are interested in becoming Employee Owners and joining our success. We have an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to go beyond an ordinary consulting career. This individual will be responsible for pursuing new projects, leading teams of junior engineers, and maintaining/growing client relationships.

Wastewater Senior Project Engineer / Project Manager - Sioux Falls, SD Our growth-minded, collaborative, and fun culture has us seeking individuals who are interested in becoming Employee Owners and joining our success. We have an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to go beyond an ordinary consulting career. This individual will be responsible for pursuing new projects, leading teams of junior engineers, and maintaining/growing client relationships. If you are looking for a Wastewater Senior Project Engineer leadership role where you can work alongside people who prioritize quality and genuinely care about their work and the communities they serve, AE2S may be the right fit. We’re seeking professionals who are passionate about wastewater and motivated by helping local communities navigate complex planning, design, funding, and construction challenges. We value lifelong learners who are committed to continuous personal and professional growth and who thrive in a collaborative environment surrounded by others who share these values.

• Encourages innovation without compromising client needs or work quality
• Possesses a \"listen-first\" mentality
• Strives to strengthen client and project management skills
• Success leading water, water resources, and/or wastewater projects of moderate size
• Enjoys contributing to the overall success of a team through guidance, mentoring, and leadership

Responsibilities

• Provide professional services for wastewater engineering projects to include design, plans, specifications, reports, project budgets, scope of work, permits, contracts, schedules, estimates, and coordination of sub-consultants and contractors
• Provide professional services for the design and construction of wastewater collection systems, and wastewater treatment facilities
• Work within multi-discipline projects that include civil, electrical, and architectural aspects
• Identify, evaluate, pursue, and manage project opportunities
• Provide quality control and quality assurance on all project work
• Maintain budgets and schedules of project assignments and maintain quality client relationships and communication
• Coordinate, facilitate, and attend internal and external meetings
• Provide guidance to junior engineers, technicians, and other project team members
• Gather critical data to assist clients with project financing and funding development

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field
• Registration as a Professional Engineer ideal or ability to obtain within 3 months
• 6+ years of experience in municipal civil engineering with a strong interest in the wastewater market sector
• Ability to travel as required for business development and project/client responsibilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to effectively manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Maintain stellar reputation for integrity, fairness, reliability, good judgment and aptitude among peers, management, and staff
• 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 or environmental engineering
• Design work and knowledge with wastewater treatment and collection systems, utility planning, and other municipal vertical and horizontal infrastructure
• Experience leading both internal initiatives and external projects
• Ability to multi-task and effectively manage multiple initiatives simultaneously

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

Elevate Your Career with AE2S – Award-Winning Culture and Unmatched Benefits

• Significant Opportunities to Grow and Advance
• Great Culture and Spirit where Creativity is Fostered
• Core Values which Speak to the Heart of AE2S and its Employees
• Large, Diverse, and Challenging Projects with the Latest Technology
• Family-Friendly with Flexibility and Work-Life Balance

AE2S offers more than just competitive compensation and a best-in-class insurance package to our employees and families; our benefit plan is one of the richest plans currently in the marketplace today!

• 100-percent paid Family Health Insurance
• 100-percent paid Employee Dental, Short- & Long-Term Disability, and Vision Insurance
• Discretionary Bonus Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Credits for Past Experience
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Program

AE2S is an Equal Opportunity / Aff… Employer