AECOM

Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager

AECOM$100K — $130K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BA/BS in Engineering with 10 years of relevant experience or equivalent education
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
  • 15+ years in municipal water/wastewater treatment and conveyance infrastructure (preferred)
  • Experience managing large-scale capital improvement projects
  • Proven track record in business development and client management
  • Strong leadership and mentorship capabilities
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead technical delivery for municipal water and wastewater projects
  • Serve as Project Manager for complex infrastructure programs
  • Oversee QA/QC reviews of design and technical specifications
  • Develop construction cost estimates and manage project financial performance
  • Coordinate interdisciplinary teams for project delivery
  • Mentor entry and mid-level engineers
  • Drive business development efforts in municipal water/wastewater market

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid time off and leaves of absence
  • Flexible work options and well-being resources
  • Employee assistance program and business travel insurance
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Service recognition awards
Full Job Description
Job Description

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager for our Chicago office. This senior-level leadership role requires extensive experience in municipal water and/or wastewater treatment and conveyance infrastructure, combined with a strong track record in client development and business growth.

The ideal candidate will serve in a seller-doer capacity, leading technical delivery while actively expanding client relationships, identifying new opportunities, and supporting strategic growth initiatives across the Chicago metro and regional Midwest markets.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
  • Lead and provide technical oversight for municipal water, wastewater treatment, and conveyance infrastructure projects.
  • Serve as Project Manager for complex, multi-disciplinary infrastructure programs.
  • Provide specialized technical input to planning studies, design development, and construction-phase services.
  • Perform and oversee QA/QC reviews of design calculations, drawings, and technical specifications.
  • Develop construction cost estimates and engineering budgets; manage scope, schedule, and financial performance.
  • Coordinate interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, on-time, and on-budget delivery.
  • Mentor and develop entry and mid-level engineers.
  • Lead and support business development efforts within the municipal water/wastewater market in Chicago and the broader Midwest region.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with municipal clients, utility districts, and key stakeholders.
  • Identify and pursue new project opportunities aligned with regional growth strategy.
  • Support and lead proposal efforts, including technical approach development, scope definition, and fee estimates.
  • Participate in client presentations, interviews, and industry events to strengthen AECOM's market presence.
  • Drive repeat business by ensuring high client satisfaction and proactive communication throughout project delivery.


Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
  • BA/BS in Engineering + 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency or experience and / or education.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).

Preferred Qualifications
  • 15+ years of experience in municipal water and/or wastewater treatment and conveyance infrastructure.
  • Experience managing large-scale capital improvement projects and multi-project portfolios.
  • Proven experience managing project financial performance (revenue, profitability, forecasting).
  • Demonstrated success in business development, client management, and proposal leadership.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience leading client interviews and developing technical proposals.
  • Strong commitment to mentorship, team leadership, and continuous improvement.


Additional Information
  • Relocation assistance is not available for this role
  • Sponsorship is not offered now or in the future for this role

About AECOM

AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With approximately 45,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation and technical excellence in delivering solutions that create, enhance and sustain the world's built, natural, and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM serves clients in more than 150 countries and had revenue of $8.0 billion during the 12 months ended March 31, 2014.

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Size
51,000 employees
Market Cap
$11.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$200.8 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
-6.3%
Revenue
$13.3 billion
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