Water Project Manager

AE2S is seeking a Water Project Manager in Lehi, Utah to lead the planning, design, and delivery of drinking water and water infrastructure projects for public and private clients. This role is ideal for a water engineer with project management experience who wants to take ownership of complex, community‑impacting projects that support water treatment, water supply, storage, transmission, and pump station infrastructure.

As a Water Project Manager, you’ll apply your technical water engineering expertise and client‑focused mindset to manage projects from concept through construction, delivering high‑quality solutions and exceptional client service. You’ll join a forward‑thinking, collaborative culture that values professional growth, leadership development, and long‑term career advancement.

• Serve as Project Manager for drinking water and water infrastructure projects, guiding work through the full project lifecycle
• Provide professional water engineering services including planning, studies, design, and construction administration
• Lead and manage project teams, including Project Engineers, Engineers in Training (EITs), and Technicians
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, supporting both existing and new project opportunities
• Identify, pursue, and manage water project opportunities aligned with client and organizational goals
• Ensure quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) on all project deliverables
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources to support successful outcomes
• Coordinate and participate in internal and external meetings with clients, stakeholders, and team members
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to support team growth and development

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, chemical or environmental engineering or related field
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Utah or ability to obtain within 6 months
• 8+ years consulting experience in water
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to travel as required for project/client responsibilities and business development
• Ability to work remotely and manage projects, clients, and project team members
• All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations

• Master’s degree in civil engineering or related field
• 10+ years consulting experience for municipal water/wastewater systems
• Proven client relationships

• Ability to walk up to 3-miles on uneven terrain
• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
• Occasionally climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull light to moderate amounts of weight
• May require lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds, with rare lifting of up to 50 pounds
• Ability to inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• May be required to wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to, flame resistant clothing, hard hat, and protective footwear
• May require occasional evenings and weekends with overtime expectations varying with workload
• May be required to travel to off-site locations including occasional overnight stays out of town

Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services (AE2S) is an award‑winning, specialized civil/environmental engineering consulting firm that provides professional services and a unique brand of extreme client service. Our work environment is consistently recognized both locally and nationally for our great culture and values, proven recognition programs, and social atmosphere.

• Great Culture and Spirit where Creativity is Fostered
• Significant Opportunities to Grow and Advance
• 100-percent Employee Owned
• Core Values which Speak to the Heart of AE2S and its Employees
• Large, Diverse, and Challenging Projects with the Latest Technology
• Family-Friendly with Flexibility and Work-Life Balance

AE2S offers more than just competitive compensation and a best‑in‑class insurance package to our employees and families; our benefit plan is one of the richest plans currently in the marketplace today!

• 100-percentpaid Family Health Insurance
• 100-percent paid Employee Dental, Short- & Long-Term Disability, and Vision Insurance
• Discretionary Bonus Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Credits for Past Experience
• Wellness Program

AE2S is an Equal Opportunity / Affiliated Action / Disability Employer