Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Mannik Smith Group; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Hybrid work options

401(k) plan and match

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Company-furnished life insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Mannik Smith Group is seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Manager to oversee the planning, design, and delivery of various water and wastewater infrastructure projects in Nashville, TN. This role involves managing project teams, liaising with clients and stakeholders, and ensuring adherence to regulations.

The ideal candidate should have a BS or MS in Civil Engineering, 10+ years of relevant experience, and be a registered Professional Engineer. Benefits include a flexible work schedule and an excellent compensation package.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in public infrastructure projects related to Water Resources.
• Experience in project and client management required.
• Ability to guide junior staff on multi-discipline projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning and delivery of water and wastewater projects.
• Oversee project teams and coordinate efforts for successful execution.
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and scopes.
• Review technical designs and documentation for quality.
• Evaluate treatment technologies and develop contracts.

Skills

Civil Engineering (BS or MS)

Professional Engineer registration

Designing water treatment plants

Public infrastructure projects experience

Project management experience

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Excellent communication skills

Time management skills

Detail-oriented

Team player

Education

BS or MS in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Department: Water/Wastewater

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Nashville, TN

Description

We're looking for a Water/Wastewater Project Manager to join the HMB team!

Opportunities are available in Nashville, Knoxville, Frankfort, Lexington, Louisville, and Indianapolis.

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, is a plus.
• 10+ years of experience in public infrastructure projects related to Water Resources.
• 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.
• 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 assigned project parameters.
• Detail-oriented team player who contributes to a positive work environment.

Benefits

• Excellent compensation package.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Hybrid work options.
• 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 coverage.
• Parental leave.
• Variety of voluntary benefit options.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Flexible spending account.