Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
10+ years of progressive engineering experience in water/wastewater and municipal projects.
Demonstrated project management experience with complex infrastructure projects.
Strong understanding of water and wastewater systems and municipal infrastructure regulations.
Experience in preparing and reviewing engineering plans and technical reports.
Strong leadership and client management skills.
Responsibilities
Lead planning, execution, and delivery of water/wastewater and municipal engineering projects.
Serve as primary contact for municipal and utility clients, ensuring exceptional service.
Support business development through proposals and client engagement.
Provide technical oversight and quality review for engineering documentation.
Lead multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior staff for project success.
Manage planning, design, and rehabilitation of water and wastewater infrastructure.
Oversee construction administration activities, including contractor coordination.
Benefits
Opportunity to work closely with municipal clients.
Engagement in diverse and impactful infrastructure projects.
Professional growth through mentorship and leadership opportunities.
Involvement in business development and client relationship building.
Full Job Description
Pennoni is seeking an experienced and driven Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer to provide technical leadership and project management for a diverse portfolio of water, wastewater, and municipal engineering projects. In this role, you will lead multidisciplinary teams in the planning, design, permitting, and delivery of critical infrastructure that serves communities and public agencies. The successful candidate will oversee projects ranging from water and wastewater treatment facilities and pump stations to roadway improvements, stormwater systems, parks, municipal facilities, and community development initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with municipal clients while guiding projects from concept through construction.
Job Responsibilities
Project Management & Client Service
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of water/wastewater and municipal engineering projects, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule objectives are met.
Serve as the primary point of contact for municipal, public sector, and utility clients, fostering strong relationships and delivering exceptional client service.
Support business development efforts through proposal preparation, client engagement, and identification of new project opportunities.
Technical Leadership
Provide technical oversight, guidance, and quality review for engineering studies, reports, plans, specifications, and construction documents.
Lead multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior staff to support professional growth and project success.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best engineering practices.
Water & Wastewater Engineering
Manage the planning, design, permitting, and rehabilitation of water and wastewater infrastructure, including treatment facilities, pump stations, booster stations, collection systems, conveyance systems, and water intake facilities.
Lead hydraulic modeling, system evaluations, feasibility studies, master planning efforts, and regulatory coordination.
Prepare and oversee technical reports, permit applications, and engineering documentation for public and utility clients.
Municipal Engineering Services
Provide engineering services for municipalities and governmental agencies involving stormwater management, roadways, waterways, trails, parks, and public facilities.
Support municipal clients with planning and zoning initiatives, capital improvement projects, and infrastructure planning efforts.
Oversee construction administration activities, including contractor coordination, field observations, and project closeout.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
10+ years of progressive engineering experience, including significant experience in water/wastewater and municipal engineering projects.
Strong understanding of water and wastewater systems, municipal infrastructure, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Experience preparing and reviewing engineering plans, specifications, technical reports, and permit applications.
Strong leadership, communication, and client management skills.
Proven ability to manage project budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites and client meetings as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience serving as a Municipal Engineer or supporting municipal clients on an ongoing basis.
Experience with hydraulic modeling software and water/wastewater system analysis.
Familiarity with Delaware municipal regulations, permitting processes, and public-sector procurement practices.
Established relationships with municipal, utility, or public-sector clients.
Experience in business development, proposal preparation, and client account management.
Previous experience leading large multidisciplinary infrastructure programs.
Strong mentoring and team development experience.
About Pennoni Associates Inc
Pennoni Associates Inc is a multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm that provides personalized services and solutions to meet the needs of their diverse clients. The company offers a wide range of services including civil engineering, environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering, landscape architecture, planning, surveying, and construction management. Pennoni Associates Inc has been recognized for its excellence in engineering and has received numerous awards for its work. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented sustainable practices in its operations. Pennoni Associates Inc was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
