Water/Wastewater Project Manager

HMB Professional Engineers, LLC; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation package

Hybrid work schedule

401(k) Plan and Match

Health, vision and dental insurance

Company-furnished life insurance

Disability insurance

Parental Leave

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid time off

Job summary

HMB Professional Engineers, LLC in Lexington, KY is seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Manager to lead design and delivery of infrastructure projects across multiple sites, including Nashville, Knoxville, Frankfort, Lexington, Louisville, and Indianapolis. The role requires PE licensure and extensive project leadership experience.

The position offers an excellent compensation package and a flexible hybrid work schedule, with opportunities to influence client relations, project scoping, and

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Civil Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
• 10+ years of experience in water/wastewater/public infrastructure projects.
• Project and client management experience required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Ability to guide junior staff on large multi-discipline projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning, design, and delivery of water/wastewater projects.
• Lead project teams and coordinate with engineers, consultants, contractors, and regulators.
• Monitor timelines, budgets, and scopes to meet client goals.
• Review designs for quality, constructability, and code compliance.
• Lead feasibility studies and infrastructure planning.
• Develop contracts, procurement, and admin tasks.
• Communicate project updates to clients and stakeholders.
• Coordinate permitting and regulatory approvals.
• Prepare reports, cost estimates, and risk assessments.

Skills

Project management

Client management

Team leadership

Time management

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Initiative

Education

BS or MS in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Compensation: $135,000 - $175,000 / year

Department: Water/Wastewater

Location: Lexington, KY

Description

We're looking for a Water/Wastewater Project Manager to join the HMB team! Engaged professionals lies at the heart of our vision statement. That’s why we strive to create a work environment that challenges and inspires our employees, igniting their passion and drive to achieve greatness each and every day.

Opportunities available in Nashville TN, Knoxville TN, Frankfort KY, Lexington KY, Louisville KY and Indianapolis IN

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, design, and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including pipelines, pumping stations, storage facilities, and treatment plants
• Oversee project teams and coordinate efforts between engineers, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure successful project execution
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and scopes to ensure alignment with client goals, regulatory requirements, and company standards
• Review technical designs and documentation prepared by engineering teams to ensure quality, constructability, and compliance with applicable codes and regulations
• Lead feasibility studies and infrastructure planning efforts to assess future needs based on population growth and development trends
• Evaluate and select appropriate treatment technologies and design approaches in collaboration with technical experts
• Develop and manage contracts, procurement processes, and administration activities
• Communicate with clients and stakeholders to provide project updates, resolve issues, and align on expectations throughout the project lifecycle
• Ensure all work adheres to local, state, and federal regulations, and coordinate necessary permitting and approvals
• Prepare and review technical reports, cost estimates, risk assessments, and other project documentation
• Conduct cost-benefit and life-cycle analyses to support infrastructure investment decisions and funding strategies
• Collaborate with business development teams on proposals, project scoping, RFP responses, and client presentations

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• BS or MS in Civil Engineering
• Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer
• Experience designing water treatment plants, in part or in whole, a plus
• 10+ years of experience in public infrastructure projects related to Water Resources field
• Project and / or Client Management experience is required
• Ability to guide junior staff as well as participate in the design and detailing of all aspects of small- to large-scale multi-discipline water/wastewater projects of varying technical complexity
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication, as well as time management skills
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet deadlines and other assigned project parameters
• Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment

Benefits

• Excellent compensation package
• Flexible work schedule
• Ability to work hybrid work schedule
• Competitive holiday and paid-time-off programs
• 401(k) Plan and Match
• Competitive health, vision and dental insurance premiums
• Company-furnished life insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability
• Parental Leave
• Variety of voluntary benefit options
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account
• and More

Pay Transparency

The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.