Water/Wastewater Senior Project Manager

AE2S (Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, LLC); Boise (ID); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Boise, Idaho is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead water and wastewater projects. This role requires 15+ years of consulting experience in wastewater treatment and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field. The ideal candidate will manage project scope, schedule, and budgets, while mentoring junior engineers. This full-time position offers opportunities for remote work and travel. Join a passionate team dedicated to improving infrastructure across the region.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of consulting experience in wastewater treatment.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Prior project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical guide and mentor for junior engineers.
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget for projects.
• Grow market and technical presence through client pursuits.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Project management

Client management

Ability to work remotely

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field

Master’s degree in civil engineering or a related field

Job description

Water/Wastewater Senior Project Manager – Boise, Idaho

Shape the Future of Water Infrastructure

Are you a driven and experienced water/wastewater professional looking for your next big opportunity? AE2S is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead high-impact water and wastewater projects across the region. Join a team that is passionate about delivering cutting‑edge solutions and meaningful infrastructure improvements for communities across the country.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical guide, senior leader, and mentor for junior engineers within the Wastewater Practice.
• Perform a variety of roles within project delivery (project management, QA/QC, and performing) as they relate to wastewater.
• Be responsible for scope, schedule, budget development, monitoring, and adherence for projects managed to provide extreme client services and build lasting relationships.
• Grow market and technical presence within the region through client pursuits, building relationships, providing client management, identifying opportunities, and supporting competitive proposal pursuits.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer or the ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 15+ years of consulting experience in wastewater treatment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel as required for project/client responsibilities and business development.
• Ability to work remotely and manage projects, clients, and project team members.
• Prior project management experience.
• All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in civil engineering or a related field.
• Proven client relationships.
• Knowledge of design standards and permitting.
• Knowledge of Colorado funding programs.

Physical Qualifications

• Ability to walk up to 3 miles on uneven terrain.
• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Occasional climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and twisting.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling light to moderate amounts of weight; may require lifting up to 20 pounds, with rare lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify errors or defects.
• May require wearing personal protection equipment (PPE) including flame‑resistant clothing, hard hat, and protective footwear.
• May require occasional evenings and weekends; overtime expectations vary with workload.
• May require travel to off‑site locations, including occasional overnight stays out of town.

AE2S is an Equal Opportunity / Affiliation Action Employer.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Civil Engineering

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