Tetra Tech

Senior Civil Engineer / Project Manager

Tetra Tech • $128K — $150K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with 8+ years of experience in municipal infrastructure projects.
  • Experience managing water, wastewater, and drainage projects for municipal and state clients.
  • Ability to prepare construction documents including drawings and specifications.
  • Proven mentorship in guiding junior staff in engineering best practices.
  • Solid communication skills for client engagement and project delivery.

Responsibilities

  • Lead multidisciplinary teams in PFAS treatment system design.
  • Manage project scopes, budgets, and schedules to align with client objectives.
  • Collaborate with public agencies for efficient project delivery.
  • Prepare engineering documentation and report findings.
  • Engage in business development through proposal preparation and presentations.
  • Mentor junior engineers for professional growth and team development.
  • Ensure project compliance with quality and safety standards.

Benefits

  • Hybrid or fully remote work environment available.
  • Opportunity for skill enhancement and project leadership progression.
  • Exposure to a range of complex municipal infrastructure projects.
  • Active participation in business development and industry conferences.
  • Support for professional growth and identifying new opportunities.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is seeking a technically driven Senior Civil Engineer / Project Manager to join our infrastructure group. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who is passionate about civil and water/wastewater infrastructure design and is interested in progressing in technical and project management leadership. You'll play a key role on multidisciplinary teams delivering complex municipal and utility projects throughout New England/East Coast and across the U.S.

The infrastructure team supports clients with innovative, practical solutions for water and wastewater treatment, conveyance systems, stormwater management, and site infrastructure. This is a great opportunity to deepen your technical expertise while gaining exposure to project delivery, coordination, and client-facing work.

Essential Functions:
  • Work with multidisciplinary teams in the design and implementation of PFAS treatment (GAC, IX, RO) and conventional water/wastewater process systems.
  • Participate in large-scale design-build and design-bid-build projects for municipal water, wastewater, and reclaimed water facilities.
  • Work on project scopes, budgets, schedules, and technical deliverables, ensuring alignment with client objectives.
  • Collaborate directly with public agencies and utilities to guide decision-making and facilitate project progress.
  • Prepare and deliver engineering reports, design packages, technical memoranda, and construction documentation.
  • Provide business development support, including proposal preparation, client presentations, and interview participation.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships, identifying new opportunities for growth within the municipal market.
  • Mentor and train junior engineers, fostering technical development and professional advancement.
  • Support recruitment and team growth by identifying and developing emerging talent.
  • Ensure all project work meets quality, safety, and compliance standards.


Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) and 8+ years of progressive municipal infrastructure project experience.
  • Proven experience managing water, wastewater, and/or drainage projects with municipal, state, and water district clients.
  • Prepare construction documents, including drawings, technical specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
  • Work as a task lead on water/wastewater projects, mentoring junior staff.
  • Collaborate with senior engineers and project managers to ensure design quality and technical accuracy.
  • Review contractor submittals and respond to RFIs during construction phases.
  • Assist with site visits, field investigations, and occasional construction observation.
  • Work closely with CAD designers, junior engineers, and other technical staff.
  • Collaborate with clients on project scoping and work with multidisciplinary teams on delivery.
  • Work with senior engineers on business development, help develop and present at conferences, and stay active with associations.
  • Solid written and verbal communication skills.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel (~15%) to project sites and client meetings

Compensation is based on work location, individual experience, and job qualification. Range: $128,000 to $150,000

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:
  • Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer and performing design tasks.
  • Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, and engineering software.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret detailed engineering drawings, plans, and specifications.
  • Ability to stand, walk, and navigate active project or construction sites during field visits.
  • Ability to occasionally lift or carry light materials (up to 25 pounds) such as field equipment or documents.
  • Visual acuity to review technical data, drawings, and digital models.
  • Ability to travel to project sites and perform fieldwork activities as needed.
  • Hybrid or fully remote environment with field/client visits.
  • Work performed primarily in a professional office setting with standard engineering tools and software.
  • Periodic site visits to construction sites, treatment facilities, or outdoor environments.
  • Exposure to varying weather conditions during fieldwork.
  • Potential exposure to construction-related conditions, including noise, dust, and uneven terrain.
  • Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required during site visits.


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About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech, Inc. is an American engineering services company that provides consulting, engineering, program management, and construction management services. The company serves a range of industries, including water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Pasadena, California. The company operates in over 50 countries and has more than 20,000 employees.
Learn more about Tetra Tech
Size
21,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$178.9 million
Founded
1966
5 Year Trend
+6.9%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
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