W/WW PM
Position Overview
An engineering consulting team is seeking a mid-to-senior level Water/Wastewater Project Manager to support the delivery of municipal infrastructure projects across the Greater Phoenix area. This individual will play a key role in managing projects from early planning through design and construction, while serving as a primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders.
This is an opportunity to take ownership of complex infrastructure work while contributing to a growing, collaborative team environment.
Key Responsibilities
Project Management & Client Leadership
- Serve as the primary project manager on water and wastewater infrastructure projects, managing scope, schedule, and budgets
- Act as the main point of contact for municipal clients, consultants, and regulatory agencies
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery
- Monitor project performance, financials, and resource allocation
Technical Oversight
- Lead and review design of water and wastewater systems, including pipelines, pump stations, lift stations, and treatment facilities [9 Year Wat...- Phoenix | Word]
- Oversee preparation of plans, specifications, reports, and construction documents [10 Year Wa...- Phoenix | Word]
- Ensure all designs meet local, state, and federal regulatory requirements [10 Year Wa...- Phoenix | Word]
- Provide QA/QC oversight and technical guidance to design teams
Construction & Implementation Support
- Support projects through bidding and construction phases, including submittal reviews, RFIs, and field coordination [10 Year Wa...- Phoenix | Word]
- Collaborate with contractors and stakeholders to resolve design and constructability challenges
Team Leadership & Mentorship
- Mentor junior engineers and support staff, providing technical direction and career development guidance [9 Year Wat...- Phoenix | Word]
- Assist with internal resource planning and workload management
Business Development Support
- Support proposal development, scope definition, and fee estimates
- Contribute to client relationship management and help expand existing accounts
- Participate in pursuit strategies and local market engagement
Project Experience May Include
- Water distribution and transmission systems
- Wastewater collection systems and lift stations
- Pumping systems and storage facilities
- Water and wastewater treatment plants
- Site civil and municipal infrastructure improvements
Qualifications
Education & Licensure
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required
Experience
- 8-12 years of experience in water/wastewater or municipal civil engineering
- Proven experience managing projects, budgets, and client relationships
- Background in both design and construction-phase services [RE: Water/...cruitment- | Outlook]
Technical Skills
- Strong understanding of hydraulic systems and utility infrastructure design
- Experience with design and modeling tools commonly used in water/wastewater engineering
- Familiarity with permitting and agency coordination
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Strong communicator with a client-facing mindset
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Technically grounded but comfortable stepping into a leadership/management role
- Motivated to grow within a team and take on increasing responsibility
Why This Role
- Opportunity to lead meaningful infrastructure projects in a high-growth market
- Clear path for career advancement into senior leadership
- Strong pipeline of municipal work and long-term project visibility
- Collaborative team environment with a mix of technical and client-facing responsibilities
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