Water Systems Lead Designer & Project Manager

Oregonite; Draper (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

License Bonus

Professional Training

Learning Center Access

Professional Memberships

Job summary

Consor is seeking a Water Design Lead – Project Manager to guide municipal infrastructure projects from concept through construction. You will lead design teams, manage scope and budgets, and serve as the primary client liaison for stormwater or water/wastewater systems.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, quality control, and cross-disciplinary coordination, with opportunities for mentorship and business development in a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in stormwater, water & wastewater, or water resources engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, Construction Management, or a related engineering discipline
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (required)
• Proficiency in OpenRoads, Civil 3D, and/or AutoCAD
• Experience with HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, SWMM, StormCAD, or similar tools (preferred)
• FEMA floodplain mapping and agency coordination experience (preferred)
• UDOT or Mountain West municipal project experience (a plus)
• Proven ability to lead teams, communicate with clients, and manage projects effectively

Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Manager for municipal infrastructure projects within Stormwater and drainage or Water and wastewater conveyance and treatment systems.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and staffing to meet contractual and client expectations.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, agencies, and stakeholders.
• Support business development efforts, including proposals, interviews, and ongoing client engagement.
• Identify project risks early and proactively develop mitigation strategies.
• Provide senior-level technical oversight within your assigned design team.
• Review and approve plans, specifications, engineering reports, and technical memoranda.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and prepare cost estimates.
• Coordinate closely with roadway, structural, geotechnical, and utility disciplines.
• Mentor and supervise engineers and designers within project teams.
• Foster professional development and knowledge sharing within your design team.

Skills

Project Management

Client Leadership

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Communication

Technical Oversight

Education

Civil Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Tools

OpenRoads

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

Job description

Consor is seeking a Water Design Lead – Project Manager to guide municipal infrastructure projects from concept through construction. You will lead design teams, manage scope and budgets, and serve as the primary client liaison for stormwater or water/wastewater systems.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, quality control, and cross-disciplinary coordination, with opportunities for mentorship and business development in a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment.