Water/Wastewater Conveyance Project Manager

Freese and Nichols, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Freese and Nichols, Inc. seeks a Conveyance Engineering Project Manager in Atlanta or Columbus, GA, to lead water and sewer distribution and pump station projects from concept through construction.

You will mentor staff, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and ensure quality deliverables while engaging with clients and regulators. A PE license and 6+ years of water/wastewater experience are required for this leadership role.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in water/wastewater engineering and project management.
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and manage complex projects.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, monitor, control and close projects using earned value management principles.
• Supervise multi-discipline teams of engineers, technicians, GIS analysts, designers and subcontractors.
• Coordinate work to ensure continuity, quality, and timely delivery.
• Design and review calculations and compile drawings/reports.
• Mentor junior staff and communicate with clients and regulators.
• Support business development, including scope/fee prep and proposals.

Skills

Water/wastewater engineering

Project management

Civil engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Freese and Nichols is searching for a Conveyance Engineering Project Manager in Atlanta or Columbus, Georgia, who 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 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.

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 and sub‑consultants.
• Coordinate assigned work to ensure continuity, consistency, and quality.
• Design and review calculations of others and compile drawings and reports.
• Work independently and mentor junior staff.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, client staff, regulatory agencies and within project teams.
• Participate in business development activities, including engineering scope and fee preparation, proposal preparation and marketing activities.

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 ability to become registered within 6 months.
• Demonstrated technical proficiency in hydraulics and industry standards.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

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.