Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Garver Engineering; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid professional memberships

Support for industry licenses

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Garver Engineering is seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Manager for our Water Design Center in Harlingen, Texas. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering and at least 4 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include managing projects related to municipal water and wastewater treatment, ensuring quality control, and engaging with clients. We offer competitive salary packages and benefits in a people-first culture, with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• 4 or more years of experience in design and construction of municipal water and wastewater facilities.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Texas.
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles for water and wastewater facility projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage a variety of projects related to water and wastewater treatment plants.
• Coordinate with support disciplines and regulating agencies.
• Attend client meetings and industry conferences.

Skills

Water and wastewater treatment design

Project management

Communication skills

Client service

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Project

Job description

Overview

Water/Wastewater Project Manager — Harlingen, Texas. Garver is seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Manager to join our Water Design Center (WDC) team in Harlingen, TX, working on municipal water and wastewater treatment facility projects. The Project Manager will manage projects consisting of design reports, studies, technical memoranda, detailed plans, and specifications, and will work closely with municipal clients to exceed service expectations.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage a variety of projects related to water and wastewater treatment plants
• Water and wastewater master planning
• Water pump stations and storage facilities
• Wastewater lift stations
• Coordinate with other support disciplines and regulating agencies
• Quality assurance and quality control
• Periodically travel for projects, conferences, marketing, and other duties
• Assist the Regional Team Leader in managing and mentoring internal staff, coordinating schedules, monitoring budgets, and delivering quality products in Garver standardization
• Set up and attend client meetings related to projects or business development, and attend industry conferences on behalf of Garver's Water Business Line

About Garver's Water Infrastructure Design Center

The Water Infrastructure Design Center is a knowledge-based hub that excels in highly technical, multi-discipline water and wastewater designs. The team collaborates across civil, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, controls, construction, applications, and operations using the latest BIM/Civil3D/MicroStation software to improve delivery and reduce change orders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• 4 or more years of experience in design and construction of municipal water and wastewater facilities
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas
• Experience with designs including detailed plans and specifications for water and wastewater treatment projects
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles related to water and wastewater facility projects
• Basic understanding of multi-discipline practices (process, surveying, SUE, geotechnical, structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation & control) for water/wastewater facility improvements
• Basic understanding of water and wastewater pipeline infrastructure systems
• Strong communication skills
• Passion for client service and the water industry
• Strong work ethic
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Teams, and Outlook
• Ability and motivation to engage with existing and new clients for business development

Preferred Skills and Attributes

• Master’s degree in civil, environmental, chemical, mechanical, biosystems/agricultural, or related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program
• Certification as a Pump Systems Assessment Professional
• Professional Engineer Licensure (PE) in multiple states, including TX, OK, NM, AZ, CO
• 10 years or more of experience with municipal water and wastewater design
• Five or more years of experience leading project teams
• Relationships with municipal clients within Garver's footprint
• Active participation in professional organizations such as AWWA, WEF, WRF

Grow With Us

Garver offers programs such as company-paid professional memberships, support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities, and a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides tools, resources, and an environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. Competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program support work-life balance.

Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. Garver ranks among the top firms and emphasizes a people-first culture, with active investment in its employees.

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.