Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Verdantas

$120K — $155K *
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
  • PE Registration in Oregon or ability to obtain within 1 year
  • 15+ years in municipal infrastructure
  • Proven leadership in infrastructure rehabilitation
  • Strong understanding of water and wastewater engineering
  • Excellent communication and client-facing skills
  • Experience mentoring junior staff

Responsibilities

  • Lead design for municipal infrastructure rehabilitation or replacement
  • Troubleshoot and improve infrastructure systems operations
  • Oversee mechanical systems design, including electrical and structural components
  • Manage subcontractor services for various project needs
  • Coordinate project bidding, contractor oversight, and financing
  • Assist clients in identifying and applying for funding sources
  • Serve as a technical mentor to junior engineers
  • Guide underfunded utilities in modernizing infrastructure

Benefits

  • Flexible Work Environment
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off + Holidays
Full Job Description
Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our growing team in Medford, or Coos Bay, OR. In this role, you will provide leadership and experience to drive the planning, design, and execution of municipal infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for a professional who desires to serve others through their technical expertise, thrives in a high-demand environment, can operate independently, and is passionate about mentoring junior staff. Join us to power the shift toward cleaner, smarter environmental solutions. Apply today and make a lasting impact.

What You'll Do:
  • Lead design for the rehabilitation or replacement of municipal infrastructure, including treatment, pump stations, storage, water distribution, wastewater collection, and stormwater systems
  • Troubleshoot infrastructure system operations and develop plans and recommendations for operational improvements
  • Oversee mechanical systems design (treatment facilities, pump stations, etc.), including electrical and structural components
  • Manage subcontractors that provide ancillary services for projects, including geotechnical, environmental, cultural, survey, and other services as needed
  • Manage project bidding and award, contractor coordination, construction oversight, project financing, including funding agency reimbursement, and project closeout services
  • Support clients to identify funding sources and coordinate applications for funding
  • Serve as a technical authority and mentor junior engineers
  • Guide small and underfunded utility providers to modernize aging infrastructure
  • Manage project delivery and meet client needs and expectations


What You'll Bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
  • PE Registration in Oregon or the ability to obtain an Oregon License within 1 year
  • 15+ years of experience in municipal infrastructure
  • Proven leadership in infrastructure rehabilitation and utility coordination
  • Strong understanding of water and wastewater engineering
  • Strong technical knowledge and practical field experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and client-facing skills
  • Previous experience leading and mentoring junior staff


Salary Range:

$120,000-$155,000

Benefits:

  • Flexible Work Environment
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off + Holidays

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