Water/Wastewater Engineering Project Manager

Weston Solutions, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 87,612 - 143,965; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with employer stock contributions

Paid time off

Life and disability plans

Critical illness and accident plans

Work/Life flexibility

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Weston Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to lead municipal water and wastewater projects in Austin, TX. This role requires a licensed P.E. and a track record of delivering complex projects with multidisciplinary teams.

You will manage scope, schedule, budget, and client relationships, while mentoring junior staff and supporting business development to grow the client base. Strong communication and leadership are essential to succeed in this fast‑paced regional market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• P.E. license in the State of Texas required, or able to obtain within 3 months of hire.
• 10+ years of experience managing engineering, environmental, or infrastructure‑related projects.
• 5+ years of experience as a project manager.
• Demonstrated experience leading projects of increasing complexity, including coordination of multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors.
• Strong understanding of engineering design processes, project delivery methods, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and profitability.
• Strong client relationship management skills with the ability to develop and grow accounts.

Responsibilities

• Leads municipal water/wastewater projects of moderate to advanced scope and complexity.
• Uses engineering judgment to guide technical execution, identify risks, and resolve complex project challenges.
• Ensures all project deliverables meet applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Builds and maintains strong, trust‑based relationships with clients, regulators, and key stakeholders.
• Serves as a primary point of contact, effectively communicating project status, risks, and technical concepts.
• Aligns stakeholder expectations and secures follow‑on work through successful project delivery.
• Assembles and leads high‑performing project teams, leveraging technical strengths to achieve project objectives.
• Provides mentorship and development for junior staff, including engineers pursuing licensure.
• Fosters a collaborative, accountable team environment and resolves conflicts to maintain project performance.
• Manages scope, schedule, and budget to meet financial metrics; oversees subcontractor performance and compliance.
• Proactively identifies risks and implements corrective actions to maintain project success.
• Ensures timely invoicing and actively manages receivables.
• Contributes to business development through client relationship management and capture strategies.
• Supports or leads proposal efforts, including scope development, technical approach, estimating, profitability.

Skills

Project management

Water/wastewater

TX P.E. license

Client relationships

Budgeting

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental/Mechanical or related field

Job description

At Weston Solutions, Inc. you will do meaningful work and make valuable contributions. Employee ownership at Weston is a path to professional growth and access to diverse opportunities in a highly connected community that works together across key service areas to make a difference in the environment. Weston has continued to evolve and adapt to our changing world as a premier provider of environmental and infrastructure services for over sixty years. In both the public and private sectors our teams help identify, solve, mitigate, and manage critical environmental issues to help clients achieve a more sustainable future.

Weston is seeking a Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary water/wastewater engineering projects of moderate to advanced scope and complexity. This role is well‑suited for a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) (Civil, Environmental, Structural, Chemical, or Mechanical) who combines strong project management capabilities with technical expertise and a drive to deliver high‑quality, compliant solutions.

The Project Manager leads projects with defined scope and multiple stakeholders, including clients, internal project teams, and subcontractors. This individual is accountable for assembling and leading project teams, managing scope, schedule, and budget, and delivering projects that meet Weston’s technical, financial, and operational commitments. The Project Manager builds trusted client relationships, aligns expectations, and contributes to business growth through successful project delivery and follow‑on opportunities.

Location: Austin, TX

Expected Outcomes

Project & Technical Leadership

• Leads municipal water/wastewater projects of moderate to advanced scope and complexity, often involving multidisciplinary teams and multiple subcontractors.
• Uses engineering judgment to guide technical execution, identify risks, and resolve complex project challenges.
• Ensures all project deliverables meet applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Builds and maintains strong, trust‑based relationships with clients, utility districts (MUDs), regulators, and key stakeholders.
• Serves as a primary point of contact, effectively communicating project status, risks, and technical concepts.
• Aligns stakeholder expectations and secures follow‑on work through successful project delivery.

Team Leadership & Development

• Assembles and leads high‑performing project teams, leveraging technical strengths to achieve project objectives.
• Provides mentorship and development for junior and mid‑level staff, including engineers pursuing licensure and emerging project managers.
• Fosters a collaborative, accountable team environment and resolves conflicts to maintain project performance.

Project Execution & Financial Performance

• Manages scope, schedule, and budget to consistently meet or exceed financial and operational metrics (e.g., NIBT, margins, DSO).
• Oversees subcontractor performance and ensures compliance with Weston procurement and quality requirements.
• Proactively identifies risks and implements corrective actions to maintain project success.
• Ensures timely and accurate invoicing and actively manages receivables.

Business Development & Growth

• Contributes to business development through client relationship management, identification of opportunities, and support of capture strategies.
• Supports or leads proposal efforts, including scope development, technical approach, estimating, and profitability planning.
• Leverages project success to expand client relationships and generate repeat business.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Texas is required, or able to obtain within 3 months of hire.
• 10+ years of experience managing engineering, environmental, or infrastructure‑related projects.
• 5+ years of experience as a project manager.
• Demonstrated experience leading projects of increasing complexity, including coordination of multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors.
• Strong understanding of engineering design processes, project delivery methods, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and profitability.
• Strong client relationship management skills with the ability to develop and grow accounts.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical information for diverse audiences.
• Ability to lead teams effectively in dynamic environments and adapt to changing project conditions.
• Demonstrated ability to balance technical leadership with project management and business objectives.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to adapt to a fast‑paced, high‑growth regional market.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with base and matching employer stock contributions.
• Paid time off includes personal, holiday and parental.
• Life and disability plans.
• Critical illness and accident plans.
• Work/Life flexibility.
• Professional development opportunities.

Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.

Salary Range: $87,612 - $115,841 - $143,965