Project Manager Municipal Water/Wastewater Engineering (Nationwide)Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Anywhere in the U.S. (Travel required: ~3 weeks/month to project sites; 1 week/month remote. Open to relocation for multi?year projects.)
A global architecture, engineering, construction, and consulting firm is seeking an experienced
Project Manager to join its
Construction & Manufacturing Team. This group supports project delivery nationwide, providing field management, logistics, training, and career development for professionals across all experience levels. If youre driven, solutions-oriented, and passionate about delivering complex
water and wastewater infrastructure, this is an opportunity to advance your career with a world-class organization. This position requires direct municipal water and wastewater infrastructure experience (WTPs, WWTPs, pump stations, pipelines) and familiarity with CMAR and PDB.
About the Role
As a Project Manager, you will lead large, complex
municipal water and wastewater engineering projects, acting as the primary contact for clients and project partners. You will guide preconstruction planning, oversee field execution, direct subcontractors, and ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.
This role suits a seasoned professional who excels in fast-paced, collaborative environments and thrives at the intersection of engineering, construction, and client service.
Key ResponsibilitiesPreconstruction & Planning- Support project directors with RFP responses, conceptual estimates, and proposal development
- Participate in client presentations and design review meetings
- Monitor design progress and provide constructability feedback
- Develop estimates, cost codes, and project cost control systems
- Prepare bid packages, respond to inquiries, analyze bids, and award subcontracts
Project Execution- Define jobsite organizational needs with construction leadership
- Plan, sequence, and schedule work with superintendents and subcontractors
- Conduct onsite coordination meetings and manage project schedules
- Maintain cost controls, labor tracking, and project status reporting
- Coordinate permits, inspections, and regulatory approvals
- Manage submittals from suppliers and subcontractors
Client & Team Leadership- Oversee client relationships, progress reporting, correspondence, and change order management
- Manage invoicing, requisitions, and cash flow optimization
- Issue and track change orders for owners and subcontractors
- Review subcontractor performance, requisitions, and insurance compliance
- Monitor jobsite progress, quality, and safety
- Mentor and support career growth for construction personnel
- Lead project close?out and warranty activities
Required Education & Experience- Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of construction management experience on Water Treatment and/or Wastewater projects
- Strong background in industrial water/wastewater design and construction (required)
- Direct municipal water and wastewater infrastructure experience (WTPs, WWTPs, pump stations, pipelines) and familiarity with CMAR and PDB.
- Research experience is a plus
Skills & Qualifications- Excellent communication, organization, and client service abilities
- Strong sales, presentation, and relationship?building skills
- Energetic, self?driven, and able to work with minimal supervision
- Effective time?management and prioritization
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and related tools
- Ability to travel 50%+
What the Company Offers
This global firm provides a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Company?provided hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness coverage
- 401(k) with discretionary company match
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Paid time off + 9 company holidays
- Flexible work hours and remote options
- Extensive training and professional development
- Employee assistance programs
- Strong career advancement pathways
- And more
Physical Requirements
The role requires the ability to:
- Travel to project sites and various locations
- Stand, walk, kneel, crouch, and lift/move 1050 lbs
- Perform frequent hand and finger movements for coordination and equipment use
- Sit, talk, and hear during daily tasks