W/WW Conveyance Project Manager
Water/Wastewater Project Manager
Location: Orange County, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $130,000 - $200,000
Help Shape the Future of Water Infrastructure
A growing engineering consulting firm is seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Project Manager to lead complex municipal and utility projects involving potable water, recycled water, and wastewater systems. This is an opportunity to take ownership of high-impact projects, mentor talented engineers, and work directly with clients on critical infrastructure that serves communities throughout California.
If you're a licensed engineer who enjoys balancing technical leadership, client engagement, and project management, this role offers a clear path to influence, autonomy, and professional growth.
What You'll Do
As a senior leader, you'll guide projects from planning through design and construction while serving as a trusted advisor to clients and internal teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, design, and delivery of water, recycled water, and wastewater conveyance projects.
- Manage multidisciplinary engineering teams and coordinate technical staff, designers, and subconsultants.
- Oversee project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
- Review engineering deliverables and ensure quality standards are met.
- Perform and oversee hydraulic analyses, system evaluations, and technical studies.
- Support development of construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
- Coordinate permitting efforts and regulatory compliance activities.
- Participate in field investigations, site assessments, and construction support.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships.
- Contribute to business development, proposal preparation, and strategic growth initiatives.
- Mentor junior engineers and help develop future technical leaders.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, ideally in California.
- 10+ years of experience in water, wastewater, or utility infrastructure engineering.
- Previous experience managing engineering projects and leading technical teams.
- Strong understanding of pipeline, pump station, storage, conveyance, or utility infrastructure projects.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and technical writing skills.
- Ability to effectively manage clients, budgets, schedules, and project teams.
Preferred Experience
- Experience working with municipal agencies, water districts, or public utility clients.
- Familiarity with California regulatory and permitting requirements.
- Experience supporting business development and winning new work.
- Background in hydraulic modeling, master planning, or utility system assessments.
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