Water Project Manager

AE2S (Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, LLC); Lehi (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100-percent company-paid family health

Company-paid dental and vision

Employee ownership through ESOP

Job summary

AE2S is seeking a Water Project Manager (PE) to lead drinking water and water infrastructure projects in the Lehi, Utah region. You will own projects from concept through construction, guiding design, permitting, and delivery while mentoring engineers and coordinating with clients and stakeholders.

Ideal candidates have a PE in Utah, proven project leadership, and a track record delivering municipal water projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, chemical or environmental engineering or related field.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Utah or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience with 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.
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (criminal/civil background check, drug screen, MVR) as per laws.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Manager for drinking water and water infrastructure projects, guiding work through the full project lifecycle.
• Lead water/wastewater project delivery including planning, design, and construction administration.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and quality across projects.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with municipalities and agencies.
• Identify and pursue new project opportunities and business development efforts.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and project teams.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to drive project success.
• Ensure projects deliver high-quality, practical, and constructible solutions.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Business development

Education

Professional Engineer license (Utah)

Bachelor’s degree in civil, chemical or environmental engineering

Job description

Water Project Manager - Lehi, UT

Lead Critical Drinking Water Projects That Communities Depend On

Safe, reliable drinking water doesn’t happen by accident—it takes thoughtful design, strong leadership, and engineers who understand the full system.

We’re looking for a Water Project Manager (PE) to lead drinking water and water infrastructure projects in the Lehi, Utah region. In this role, you’ll take ownership of projects that support treatment plants, water supply systems, storage, pumping, and transmission infrastructure—from concept through construction.

If you enjoy leading teams, working directly with clients, and solving complex water system challenges, this is a high-impact role with real visibility and growth.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Manager for drinking water and water infrastructure projects, guiding work through the full project lifecycle
• Lead water/wastewater project delivery including planning, design, and construction administration
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and quality (QA/QC) across projects
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with municipalities and agencies
• Identify and pursue new project opportunities and business development efforts
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and project teams
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to drive project success
• Ensure projects deliver high-quality, practical, and constructible solutions

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

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, chemical or environmental engineering or related field
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Utah or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Experience with 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
• 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

• 15+ years consulting experience for municipal water/wastewater systems
• Proven client relationships

Physical

• 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 / Aff. Action / Disability Employer