Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Mannik Smith Group; Murfreesboro (TN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation package

Flexible work schedule

401(k) Plan and Match

Competitive health, vision, and dental insurance

Parental Leave

Job summary

Mannik Smith Group is looking for a Water/Wastewater Project Manager in Murfreesboro, TN to manage the planning, design, and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Candidates should have a BS or MS in Civil Engineering and at least 10 years of experience in public infrastructure projects.

The role requires excellent project management skills and abilities to guide junior staff. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible work schedules, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in public infrastructure projects related to Water Resources.
• Experience designing water treatment plants is a plus.
• Ability to guide junior staff in multi-discipline water/wastewater projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning, design, and delivery of infrastructure projects.
• Oversee teams and coordinate with engineers and contractors.
• Monitor timelines and budgets to align with goals.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Client Management

Microsoft Office

Water Resources Projects

Education

BS or MS in Civil Engineering

Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer

Job description

Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Department: Water/Wastewater

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Murfreesboro, TN

Description

We’re looking for a Water/Wastewater Project Manager to join our HMB team.

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