Project Engineering Manager - Water/Wastewater
Project Engineering Manager - Water / Wastewater (PE)
We are a globally established engineering, consulting, and construction firm with a long-standing reputation for delivering complex water and wastewater infrastructure solutions for municipal and utility clients. With decades of experience in planning, design, and program delivery, the firm partners with cities, utilities, and public agencies to modernize and expand critical water systems across the U.S.
Our Florida practice is a key part of the firm's U.S. water business, supporting large, high‑profile treatment and conveyance projects throughout the Southeast. The organization combines deep technical expertise with long-term client relationships, offering access to industry-leading projects, resources, and national technical specialists.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Project Engineering Manager - Water / Wastewater (PE) to join our growing Orlando-based water team. This role blends technical leadership, project execution, and team coordination, supporting the successful delivery of municipal water and wastewater treatment and infrastructure projects across Florida and the broader Southeast region.
The position offers the opportunity to play a key leadership role within a well-established technical organization, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams nationwide, and contribute to infrastructure projects that directly support community health, system resilience, and long-term growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, design, and execution of municipal water and wastewater treatment and infrastructure projects
- Serve as a technical and engineering manager supporting Project Managers and project teams
- Prepare, review, and approve engineering calculations, technical memoranda, engineering reports, plans, and specifications
- Coordinate design efforts across internal disciplines, subconsultants, and external partners
- Support project delivery through feasibility studies, design development, permitting, and construction-phase services
- Participate in client meetings, technical reviews, and constructability reviews
- Assist with project scopes, schedules, budgets, and quality control processes
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineers
Required Qualifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) License
- Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering (or related discipline)
- Experience delivering municipal water and/or wastewater projects
- Strong understanding of treatment process design, regulations, and utility standards
- Proven ability to lead technical teams and coordinate multidisciplinary project efforts
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Experience
- Experience working with Florida municipal utilities or regulatory agencies
- Background in treatment plant upgrades, expansions, rehabilitation, or resilience projects
- Experience supporting large, complex, or programmatic infrastructure projects
Career Development
- Opportunity to grow into Senior Project Manager, Technical Discipline Lead, or Program Management roles
- Access to firm-wide technical expertise, national specialists, and leadership development programs
- Structured professional development, mentorship, and leadership training
- Long-term career stability within a well-capitalized, globally recognized organization
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Annual performance-based bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
- Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave programs
- Professional development, continuing education, and licensure support
- Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid options
Why Join?
- Lead high-impact municipal water and wastewater projects in Florida and beyond
- Be part of a global organization with a strong regional presence
- Work alongside industry-recognized technical experts
- Build a long-term leadership career delivering essential public infrastructure
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