Water & Wastewater Project Manager

JEO Consulting Group, Inc.; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

JEO Consulting Group, Inc. is seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Manager in Rapid City, South Dakota. In this role, you will lead and implement projects for municipal clients related to water and wastewater needs, including water main improvements and treatment facilities.

The ideal candidate will have at least 6 years of relevant experience along with a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or biological systems engineering. You'll thrive in a team-oriented culture that prioritizes collaboration and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience working on water/wastewater projects, funding agencies, and regulatory agencies.
• Strong capability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate development, direction, and completion of complex water and wastewater projects.
• Directly manage a project team to meet client expectations.
• Prepare and manage budgets, bids, contracts, and funding requests.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or biological systems engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Company Overview

JEO is not your typical engineering firm. We have a welcoming, fun, and laid‑back culture that encourages communication and collaboration where our greatest strength is our team members. If you value great work‑life integration and work best in a relaxed, supportive, and inclusive environment, we may be the place where you ARE the best version of yourself. We are a relationship‑based company that prioritizes building people and providing opportunities.

With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, JEO has been serving clients since 1937. We are a leading multidisciplinary firm working hard to improve the communities in which we live, work and play. Join us at JEO and become part of our team that blends expertise, fun and passion for serving each other and our communities. Together, we can make a difference while building a rewarding career!

Job Summary

The Water/Wastewater Project Manager is supported by a department of professionals to take the lead on implementing projects primarily with municipalities for their water and wastewater needs. You will consult with municipal clients to produce positive results and understand how to leverage a variety of project funding sources. Project types include but are not limited to water main improvements, wells, water towers, water treatment facilities, wastewater lift stations, sewer mains, and wastewater treatment facilities. The Project Manager is supported by a department of professionals to take the lead on managing successful projects that meet or exceed client expectations while meeting JEO’s financial goals.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Facilitate development, direction, and completion of complex water and wastewater projects.
• Directly manage a project team and have responsibility for meeting client expectations.
• Prepare and manage budgets, bids, contracts, funding requests and communication plans.
• Manage a diverse portfolio of project types.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or biological systems engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 6+ years’ experience working on water/wastewater projects, funding agencies, and regulatory agencies

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience working on relevant projects