Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater
My Client is looking for a driven and experienced Project Engineer - Water / Wastewater to lead innovative Water Planning projects from our Houston office. In this role, you will be at the forefront of delivering high-impact, high-visibility projects across a wide range of water/wastewater-related areas, including:
- Water Quality Evaluations
- Regulatory Compliance Assessments
- Hydraulic Modeling and Master Planning
- Treatment Process Evaluations / Pilot Testing
- Alternatives Analysis and Conceptual Design
- Engineering Analysis and Strategic Planning
We have several high-profile projects that cover the above topics and more. Our clients include major cities, counties, and river authorities of Texas. We are seeking someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, brings strong technical expertise, and is ready to lead multidisciplinary teams to success. If you have a background in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, or a related field and a passion for making a difference this is your opportunity to grow with a company that values innovation, integrity, and community impact.
What You Will Do
- Lead multidisciplinary teams on water and wastewater planning projects
- Manage project delivery, budgets, schedules, and client relationships
- Mentor junior staff and support business development efforts
What You Bring
- 5+ years of experience in water/wastewater engineering
- PE license in Texas (or ability to obtain Texas PE within 12 months)
- Strong leadership, communication, and technical writing skills
- Experience with hydraulic modeling, water quality, and planning
- A passion for improving infrastructure and communities
Why my client?
- Extensive backlog of water planning projects that the hired individual can work on
- Ability to attend conferences and share project insights and innovations through presentations / publications
- Collaborative culture with flexible, hybrid work options
- Opportunities for growth, mentorship, and leadership
- 75+ Professionals across Houston, Dallas & Austin
- Diverse project portfolio: water, wastewater, stormwater, and water reuse
- Certified M/SBE & Texas HUB firm
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