Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Verdantas

$140K — $200K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental Engineering, or related field with water resources focus.
  • PE Registration in California or ability to acquire within one year.
  • 10+ years as a lead design engineer or project manager in water/wastewater, stormwater sectors.
  • Demonstrated team leadership skills, project delivery, and mentoring capability.
  • Proficiency in GIS, AutoCAD, and Civil3D software.
  • Preferred experience in levee design and comprehensive stormwater master planning.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and technical development of water/wastewater and stormwater infrastructure projects.
  • Ensure project delivery aligns with budgets and timeframes per client standards.
  • Prepare construction documents, including detailed plans and specifications.
  • Develop accurate project cost estimates and schedules.
  • Supervise and direct a team of engineers and technical staff.
  • Coordinate with multi-disciplined engineering teams.
  • Engage in proposal preparation and strategic client engagement activities.
  • Act as a primary liaison with clients, building relationships to align with their goals.

Benefits

  • Flexible Work Environment
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
Full Job Description
Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager to join our growing team. In this role, you will perform a variety of civil and water resource planning and design tasks. Our team specializes in developing innovative and cost-effective solutions for our clients' most challenging water resources, drinking water, wastewater, and recycled water projects.

Join us to power the shift toward cleaner, smarter environmental solutions. Apply today and make a lasting impact.

What You'll Do:
  • Lead and direct design/technical development of infrastructure projects within the areas of water/wastewater, stormwater, including supply, storage, collection and distribution, treatment, and pumping/conveyance systems from the planning and design phases through construction completion
  • Delivery of projects to meet established budgets and delivery schedules to the performance expectations of the client
  • Prepare construction documents, including plans and specifications
  • Prepare project cost estimates and schedules
  • Provide overall supervision and technical direction and expertise to a team of design engineers and technical staff
  • Coordinate multi-disciplined engineering teams
  • Support or lead the preparation and development of proposals and strategic client pursuits
  • Serve as a primary client-facing leader, strengthen relationships, understand client objectives, and identify opportunities
  • Attend meetings with municipal officials, other engineers, developers, permitting agencies, and contractors
  • Actively participate in relevant professional organizations


What You'll Bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related engineering field with a focus in water resources, environmental, or hydraulic engineering
  • PE Registration in California, or ability to obtain CA registration within 1 yr
  • 10+ years of experience in water/wastewater, stormwater planning, design, and construction administration as a lead design engineer or project manager
  • Strong team leadership experience or proven potential, including managing project delivery expectations, prioritization of tasks, and mentoring
  • Experience with GIS, AutoCAD, and Civil3D
  • Experience with levee design efforts, including evaluation, analysis, and preparation of engineering design documents is preferred
  • Stormwater system design projects, including drainage infrastructure, and comprehensive stormwater master planning are preferred


Salary Range:

$140,000-$200,000

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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