Project Manager Water ​/ Wastewater

Project Manager - Water / Wastewater

Hillsborough, NJ

A multidiscipline engineering firm serving municipal and private clients across the region is hiring a Project Manager to lead water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This role manages projects from concept through construction and serves as the primary client contact, coordinating with internal civil/site, structural, GIS, survey, and traffic departments to deliver integrated engineering solutions.

Schedule:

Full-time.

Compensation: $80,000 - $95,000 per year

What You'll Do

• Lead and manage water and wastewater projects from concept to construction for public and private clients, overseeing the preparation of detailed engineering designs, plans, reports, and permitting documentation.
• As the main point of contact for clients, maintain strong working relationships and coordinate across internal departments, including civil/site, structural, GIS, survey, and traffic, to ensure comprehensive project outcomes.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines and manage submittals and approvals.
• The role also includes managing budgets, schedules, and project teams to maintain quality and timeliness, along with mentoring junior staff and contributing to talent development within the department.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in New Jersey, or ability to obtain by reciprocity
• 6 or more years of progressive experience in water and wastewater engineering, including project leadership
• Strong understanding of water distribution, wastewater collection, treatment systems, and permitting processes
• Experience working with municipal clients and regulatory agencies
• Proficiency in engineering design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D and hydraulic modeling tools
• Strong communication, project management, and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• Experience with municipal clients and regulatory agencies in New Jersey and surrounding states
• Experience mentoring or developing junior engineering staff

Compensation and Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Professional licensing support
• Specific benefit details to be confirmed with the employer

To apply, submit your resume through the application link.