WaterTreatment Project Manager PE
Water Treatment Project Manager (PE)
National Practice | Leadership Track | Immediate Ownership
We are a national, employee‑owned consulting engineering firm specializing in water treatment and process engineering for municipal and public-sector clients across the United States. Our firm is highly respected for delivering technically complex, large-scale treatment solutions and for maintaining a strong focus on quality, accountability, and long-term client partnerships.
The organization is experiencing continued national growth, with increasing investment and project delivery along the East Coast. Our leadership team remains highly engaged in project execution, fostering a culture where technical excellence and practical delivery guide decision-making, rather than rigid hierarchy.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Water Treatment Project Manager (PE) to oversee the delivery of complex treatment projects nationwide. This role offers the opportunity to manage high-profile programs while playing a meaningful role in regional growth initiatives and leadership succession.
Engineers who demonstrate strong project leadership, client confidence, and technical depth will have a clear path toward senior leadership and regional oversight roles as part of a formal succession and growth strategy.
This position offers a high degree of flexibility, including remote work, while remaining fully integrated into a collaborative national project team.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, design, and execution of water treatment facilities and process-focused infrastructure projects
- Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and quality assurance processes
- Serve as the primary client interface, building and maintaining trusted relationships
- Oversee and mentor project teams, supporting technical development and delivery excellence
- Review and approve engineering calculations, technical reports, plans, and specifications
- Coordinate with internal disciplines, external partners, and regulatory agencies
- Support business development efforts through technical leadership and client engagement
- Contribute to regional growth planning and long-term leadership development initiatives
Required Qualifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) License
- Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering discipline
- Proven experience managing water treatment or process engineering projects
- Strong technical knowledge of treatment technologies, regulations, and design standards
- Demonstrated project leadership and client-facing experience
- Excellent organizational, communication, and mentoring skills
Career Path & Leadership Development
- Defined advancement pathway into Senior Project Manager and Regional Leadership roles
- Participation in long-term succession planning initiatives
- Early leadership exposure within a nationally connected technical organization
- Opportunity to influence project delivery standards and regional growth strategy
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
- 100% Employee Ownership (ESOP) starting Day One
- Flexible work model, including fully remote options
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
- Generous paid time off and holiday program
Why Join?
- Become an owner from your first day at a growing national firm
- Lead high-impact water treatment projects across the U.S.
- Work in an environment that values technical leadership over hierarchy
- Position yourself for long-term leadership in a nationally expanding practice
- Contribute to critical infrastructure projects that serve communities at scale
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