Project Manager, Environmental Engineer

Fountain Valley, United States | Posted on 02/20/2026

Seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Conveyance Project Manager with 10+ years of experience in the planning, design, and permitting of sustainable water resources projects. The role focuses on the conveyance and storage of wastewater, recycled water, and potable water systems.

This position requires strong technical expertise in engineering design, system analysis, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has a background in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering with specialized experience in water resources or water engineering. The role requires excellent communication skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and the capability to work both independently and within multidisciplinary teams.

Serve as technical lead for water and wastewater conveyance projects

Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams

Oversee engineers, CAD staff, and supporting technical disciplines

Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables

Perform quality control and technical oversight

Monitor project activities and implement corrective actions when necessary

Conduct system modeling and hydraulic analysis

Perform process and hydraulic calculations and design

Prepare construction documents, including specifications and drawings

Provide technical writing and documentation support

Conduct field studies and site evaluations

Support research and pilot testing efforts

Participate in master planning efforts

Prepare environmental permit applications

Coordinate with vendors and regulatory agencies

Provide construction administration and field support

Support proposal development and business development efforts

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field (Master’s degree preferred)

10+ years of relevant professional experience

2+ years of experience serving as a lead engineer or project manager

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Proficiency in MS Office and relevant engineering design software

Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to lead project teams and manage client-facing responsibilities

Ability to work collaboratively and independently

Ability to sit for extended periods

Occasional standing, walking, and reaching

Ability to lift up to 30 pounds occasionally

Close vision required; color vision helpful

Ability to perform occasional fieldwork on uneven terrain and walk moderate to long distances

Office-based environment with moderate noise levels

Occasional outdoor work in varying weather conditions

Local and occasional travel may be required

Reliable transportation required

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related engineering field

10+ years of relevant professional experience in water/wastewater engineering

2+ years of experience as a Lead Engineer or Project Manager

Valid Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Strong knowledge of water and wastewater conveyance systems

Experience with system modeling

Hydraulic calculations and design experience

Process calculations

Construction document preparation (specifications and drawings)

Environmental permitting knowledge

Familiarity with regulatory compliance frameworks

Proficiency in MS Office

Working knowledge of engineering design software

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong technical writing ability

Proven problem-solving skills

Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams

Ability to manage schedules and budgets

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Ability to sit for extended periods

Occasional lifting up to 30 pounds

Ability to conduct fieldwork on uneven terrain

Willingness to travel locally and occasionally overnight