Project Manager water​/Wastewater - St. Paul, MN

Job Description

Brown and Caldwell is seeking an engineer with experience managing and executing water and wastewater projects in our Midwest Area. In this role, you will utilize your design and project management expertise to deliver high quality projects and develop strong client relationships. Specific work can include facility planning, design, regulatory compliance, field investigations, report writing, construction engineering and other tasks on current and future projects in St. Paul, MN

and across the Midwest Area. Client service and support for marketing and proposals will also be included. This position will be based out of our office in St. Paul, MN.

• Manage and execute work for water distribution, water treatment, wastewater collection and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Manage all phases of project delivery including planning, design, and construction.
• Effectively manage project resources to meet or exceed scope, schedule, and budget expectations.
• Apply engineering analyses and calculations to support design decisions.
• Lead multi‑disciplinary design teams, providing overall project management and design coordination.
• Interface directly with clients to understand and meet project needs and expectations.
• Develop and execute effective quality assurance and quality control programs.
• Apply experience and technical expertise in problem solving and decision making, resulting in the best solutions for our clients.
• Prepare and make presentations for clients and public meetings.
• Provide coaching and mentoring of junior staff.
• Utilize internal project management tools and resources.
• Participate in improving company resources and tools to improve design production and efficiency.
• Lead business development pursuits related to water and wastewater opportunities.

• B.S. degree in a related engineering field (Civil, Environmental, etc.) required.
• M.S. degree in a related engineering field with a focus on wastewater and water treatment facilities, preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in municipal water and wastewater engineering and consulting required.
• PE in Minnesota, or ability to obtain one through reciprocity within 6 months.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles related to water/wastewater distribution, conveyance, and treatment.
• Strong project management skills.
• Advanced critical thinking and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification as defined by PMI preferred.
• Successful marketing, proposal writing, proposal management, and public presentations experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to conduct effective presentations and written report preparation.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.
• Ability to successfully manage clients and projects in a collaborative fashion and interface with Brown and Caldwell’s local, regional, and national technical staff as well as help mentor junior staff.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills required, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Location A: $118,000 – $161,000

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance‑based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, and long‑term care insurance.

This position is subject to a pre‑employment background check and a pre‑employment drug test.

Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Brown and Caldwell encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.