Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Burgess & Niple; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Burgess & Niple seeks a Water/Wastewater Project Manager to lead the full lifecycle of infrastructure projects in the United States. You will manage budgets, schedules, risk, and client relationships while delivering high-quality design and service.

You’ll mentor junior staff, contribute to business development, and collaborate with experienced teams to advance sustainable water and wastewater solutions across communities.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• PE registration in state of employment or eligibility with reciprocity.
• 8+ years of water/wastewater design and infrastructure experience.
• Prior project management experience is a plus.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and servant leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manage budgets, schedules, and risk on assigned water and wastewater projects.
• Lead planning and design of treatment plants, mains, storage, sanitary systems.
• Support project delivery from kickoff to closeout with quality and on-time execution.
• Build and maintain client relationships and pursue new opportunities.
• Support business development through proposals and presentations.
• Mentor junior staff and collaborate with senior leadership.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client relations

Mentoring

Entrepreneurial mindset

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

ABET-accredited program

Job description

For more than a century, Burgess & Niple has helped communities strengthen the infrastructure that supports everyday life. Our teams combine technical expertise with a commitment to improving quality of life, safety and sustainability. At B&N, that legacy shapes meaningful careers. You will collaborate on projects that make a difference, grow alongside experienced teams and contribute to work that has lasting impact.

Join our nationally recognized team of civil engineering professionals as a Water/Wastewater Project Manager and take ownership of meaningful infrastructure projects that impact the communities we serve. You'll manage the full project lifecycle across water and wastewater collection, distribution pumping, storage and treatment while balancing budgets, schedules, and risk and building lasting client relationships. Beyond project delivery, you'll contribute to business development pursuits and mentor junior staff, growing your leadership skills and positioning yourself for continued advancement within the firm.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as project manager and technical resource for water and wastewater projects, managing budgets, schedules, and risk on assigned projects
• Lead the planning and design of water/wastewater projects including treatment plants, water transmission mains, water booster stations, sanitary sewers, sanitary force mains, sanitary pump stations, and developing master plans
• Support project delivery from kickoff through closeout, maintaining quality and contributing to strong client experiences through clear communication and on-time, on-budget execution
• Build and maintain relationships with existing clients while supporting pursuit of new opportunities
• Support development of statements of qualifications, proposals, and presentations for business development efforts creating an exemplary client experience throughout the delivery process
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and execute work using traditional and alternative project delivery methods
• Mentor and develop junior engineering staff in design and project delivery
• Support development of strong client relationships with existing and prospective clients

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited program required
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration in the state of employment, or ability to be registered with reciprocity
• 8+ years of experience in water/wastewater collection, distribution, pumping systems, storage, treatment, and utility infrastructure design
• Prior project management experience is a plus
• Adaptable and self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset as well as a proactive approach to problem solving
• Servant leader committed to fostering collaboration, innovation, and excellence while developing others

Burgess & Niple is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Clickhere to view our Equal Employment Opportunity & Afffirmative Action Policy Statement.

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