Water/Wastewater Modeler Project Manager

WithersRavenel; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WithersRavenel is seeking a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager in our Utilities (Water/Wastewater) practice to lead hydraulic modeling and project delivery. The role requires coordinating with internal teams and clients to ensure successful outcomes across multiple active projects.

The PM level focuses on leading modeling tasks and team coordination, while the Senior PM level expands to broader leadership, business development support, and client relationship building.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer
• 7+ years of engineering/industry experience for Project Manager level
• 10+ years for Senior PM level
• Self-motivated and team-oriented with the ability to work independently
• Strong leadership and project management skills; interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of contracts, budgeting and forecasting; willingness to grow client relationships

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and calibrate hydraulic models for water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Analyze hydraulic model results to evaluate system performance and identify deficiencies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate model data with infrastructure planning.
• Support system evaluations for master plans, asset inventories, and capital programs.
• Prepare technical reports, memoranda, and client presentations.
• Assist with proposal development, scope definition, budgeting, and client coordination.
• Manage tasks, schedules, and deliverables across multiple projects; ensure quality and timeliness.
• Senior PM: lead large/complex projects and mentor engineers and staff.
• Senior PM: strengthen client relationships and support business development.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Team collaboration

Python/R

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

WaterGEMS

WaterCAD

SewerGEMS

SewerCAD

PCSWM

ArcGIS

AutoCAD Civil 3D

BioWin

Job description

Join our team as aProject Manager or Senior Project Managerwithin our Utilities (Water/Wastewater) practice area.

This is a primarily hybrid/remote role; however, candidates must be willing and able to commute to one of our North Carolina offices on a regular basis to supportteam collaboration, project execution, and client needs.

In this role, you will develop, calibrate, and analyze hydraulic models for water distribution and wastewater collection systems while leading projects that support long‑term infrastructure planning and system performance improvements. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, data-driven solutions that enhance system performance, reliability, and resiliency.

Candidates at theProject Manager levelwill lead hydraulic modeling tasks and manage project components, coordinating with internal teams and clients to ensure successful delivery. Those at theSenior Project Manager levelwill take on broader leadership responsibilities, including managing complex projects, guiding technical teams, supporting business development efforts, and building strong client relationships.

This position requires strong technical proficiency in hydraulic modeling software, demonstrated project management experience, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to clients and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and calibrate hydraulic models for water distribution and wastewater collection systems
• Analyze hydraulic model results to evaluate system performance, identify deficiencies, and recommend improvement strategies
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate model data with broader infrastructure planning efforts
• Support system evaluations for master plans, asset inventory assessments, capital improvement programs, and regulatory compliance initiatives
• Prepare technical reports, memoranda, and presentations to clearly communicate findings and recommendations to clients and regulatory agencies
• Assist with proposal development, scope definition, budgeting, and client coordination for modeling‑related projects
• Manage tasks, schedules, and deliverables across multiple active projects while ensuring technical quality and timeliness
• (Senior Project Manager level) Lead large or complex projects, oversee project teams, and mentor engineers and project staff
• (Senior Project Manager level) Strengthen client relationships and support business development activities, including strategic pursuits and proposal leadership

Why WR? WithersRavenelis looking for people who are passionate about collaboration, community, and client success. Your reward for sharing your talent with us?OWNERSHIP. As a 100% employee‑owned company, every employee is an owner—which adds a powerful and unique dimension to our vibrant company culture and purposeful work. Our employee owners say they love a lot of things aboutWithersRavenel, but the things most often cited are:

• our amazing people and team‑first atmosphere,
• our focus on the professional development and growth of our staff, and
• our commitment to the communities in which we work and live.

Bring your talent and collaborative spirit and join our team of employee owners atWithersRavenel!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Licensed Professional Engineer
• Project Manager Level – 7+ years of engineering/industry experience with demonstrated team management experience
• Senior Project Manager Level – 10+ years of engineering/industry experience with demonstrated team management experience
• Self‑motivated, engaged, and team‑oriented with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision
• Strong leadership and project management skills as well as excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of contracts, accounting principles, including budgeting and forecasting
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software, including WaterGEMS, WaterCAD, SewerGEMS, SewerCAD, and PCSWM
• Experience with ArcGIS and AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Proven track record of fostering existing client relationships
• Energetic, flexible, confident, and forward thinking
• Experience with common statistical programming languages such as R or Python (preferred but not required)
• Experience with wastewater process modeling software like BioWin (preferred but not required)

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.

Working Conditions

The assignment may require infrequent evening/weekend work and off site travel to career fairs and other related sites. Candidates should enjoy working in collaborative, fast‑paced, and client‑driven environment.

Physical Requirements

The assignment may occasionally require repetitive physical tasks (such as operating a computer), standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time, extended time travelling in a vehicle, and carrying equipment and materials up to 25 pounds.

WithersRavenel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, military service, or other non‑merit factors protected by federal, state, or local laws. At WithersRavenel, we strive to build and nurture a culture where diversity, inclusivity, and belonging are a normal part of doing business, not an initiative. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results. By hiring highly talented people who align with our Core Values, we continue to enrich and broaden our ownership community, as well as the employee and client experience. This purposeful approach to diversity and inclusion leads to greater commitment, collaboration, and effectiveness in our culture, work, and lives