PapeDawson Engineers Inc

Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

PapeDawson Engineers Inc$80K — $100K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.).
  • At least 7 years of management experience in water and wastewater projects.
  • Strong knowledge of water infrastructure design and construction practices.
  • Familiarity with treatment facilities for water and wastewater systems.
  • Demonstrated leadership and mentorship capabilities.
  • Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables for successful project outcomes.
  • Lead and mentor project teams in engineering design and technical documentation preparation.
  • Prepare and negotiate proposals, contracts, and agreements with clients.
  • Develop responses to RFQs, solicitations, and applications for public sector clients.
  • Attend municipal and board meetings to present project updates and offer expertise.
  • Maintain strong relationships with clients, public agencies, and community stakeholders.
  • Support the professional development of team members and adherence to QA/QC processes.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead impactful water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
  • Involvement in multidisciplinary team collaboration and professional mentorship.
  • Engagement with community leaders and clients to strengthen relationships.
  • Participation in company-wide best practices and design standards development.
  • Structured environment with opportunities for overtime as needed.
Full Job Description

Job Description:

Overview:

The Project Manager leads the planning, design, and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects for public, private, and special-purpose utility district clients. This role manages multidisciplinary teams, oversees project execution, and cultivates strong client and community relationships.

Responsibilities:

•Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes.

•Lead and mentor project teams in the preparation of engineering designs, reports, calculations, permitting documents, and presentations.

•Prepare and negotiate proposals, contracts, and client agreements.

•Develop responses to RFQs, solicitations, and bond applications for utility district and public sector clients.

•Attend client, municipal, and board meetings to present project progress and provide technical expertise.

•Maintain strong relationships with clients, public agencies, and community leaders.

•Support the technical and professional development of team members.

•Contribute to company-wide design standards, QA/QC processes, and best practices.

Qualifications:

•Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program.

•Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.).

•Minimum 7 years of experience managing water and wastewater projects from conception through completion.

•Strong knowledge of design and construction practices for waterlines, storage tanks, pump stations, wastewater lines, lift stations, and force mains.

•Working knowledge of design and construction for water and wastewater systems, including treatment facilities.

•Proven leadership, mentorship, and communication skills.

•Ability to develop and sustain client and stakeholder relationships.

•Ability to work Monday 6 Friday, 8am 6 5pm with overtime as needed.

About PapeDawson Engineers Inc

Pape-Dawson Engineers, Inc. is a civil and environmental engineering consulting firm headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. The company was founded in 1965 by Gene Dawson and Bill Pape. The firm provides services in the areas of transportation, water resources, land development, environmental, surveying, and construction management. Pape-Dawson has additional offices in Austin, Houston, Fort Worth, and Dallas. The company has been recognized as one of the best places to work in San Antonio and Austin.
Learn more about PapeDawson Engineers Inc
Size
1,100 employees
Industry
Net Income
$10 million
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$100 million

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