Water/Wastewater Project Manager (656)

Technical Hires Group; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work schedules

401(k) Retirement Accounts with Match

Robust Benefits Offerings

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

A leading water engineering firm in Memphis seeks a Water/Wastewater Project Manager to drive the planning, design, and delivery of infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include managing treatment plants, pipelines, and overseeing engineering efforts. The ideal candidate has a degree in Civil Engineering, PE certification, and at least 6 years of engineering experience. This position offers a competitive salary between $120,000 - $160,000 plus benefits, including flexible schedules, 401(k), and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in engineering, preferably in water/wastewater projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Perform and oversee engineering design and hydraulic analyses.
• Lead technical efforts in treatment process design and modeling.
• Mentor multidisciplinary teams and engage with clients.

Skills

Project management

Hydraulic modeling

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Professional Engineer (PE)

Job description

Join a leading water engineering firm as a Water/Wastewater Project Manager, driving the planning, design, and delivery of treatment plants, pipelines, pump stations, and conveyance systems. Lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee hydraulic modeling efforts, and ensure high‑quality engineering solutions.

The job:

• Develop and manage water and wastewater infrastructure projects across TN and surrounding states, including treatment plants, pipelines, pump stations, and storage or conveyance systems.
• Perform and oversee engineering design, process modeling, and hydraulic analyses to support the planning, permitting, and construction of municipal water and wastewater facilities.
• Lead technical efforts in treatment process design, pumping systems, and hydraulic modeling for distribution and collection systems.
• Guide, mentor, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Engage with clients, prepare qualifications packages, and support teaming efforts while ensuring project objectives, budgets, and schedules are met.

Benefits

• Competitive salary: $120,000 - $160,000 plus bonus.
• Flexible work schedules and Hybrid Working.
• 401(k) Retirement Accounts with Match.
• Robust Benefits Offerings with Mental Health Coverage.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and wellness incentive days.
• Ongoing professional development and strong mentorship culture.
• Career progression opportunities.

What they need?

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE).
• 6+ years of experience in engineering.

The company:

Established for over 40 years with more than 1,500 employees. Recognized in national industry listings of leading design and engineering companies and consistently ranks in the top tier for award-winning projects. Regularly secures major contracts and supports business development efforts through high-quality marketing excellence.

Hires Group is an equal opportunity staffing agency and does not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

Who are We?

Hires Group (formerly Technical Hires) was founded in 2023 by the former CEO and COO of a multi-million-dollar staffing firm to partner with U.S. civil engineering firms to help engineers navigate their options – built on a people‑before‑profit ethos. Learn more about Hires Group here: About us | Hires Group