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Engineering Project Manager – Drinking Water

Job in New Haven, New Haven County, Connecticut, 06540, USA
Listing for: Jobtailor
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-06
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Water Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Water Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 120000 - 170000 USD Yearly USD 120000.00 170000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
  • Lead and manage the full lifecycle of drinking water projects, including water distribution systems, storage facilities, booster pump stations, and treatment plants
  • Oversee planning and design efforts for elevated tanks, ground storage reservoirs, and clear wells
  • Evaluate and design PFAS and other emerging-contaminant treatment solutions using GAC, ion exchange, and membrane systems
  • Conduct and supervise hydraulic modeling, system capacity analyses, water distribution master planning, and lead service line inventory and replacement programs
  • Perform water quality assessments and support compliance with federal and state drinking water regulations
  • Manage project teams and subconsultants while maintaining responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, and quality
  • Prepare and present technical reports, plans and specifications, cost estimates, and client-facing deliverables
  • Coordinate with regulatory agencies and support permitting efforts
  • Provide construction-phase services, including submittal review, RFIs, field observations, and startup/commissioning support
  • Mentor and develop junior engineering staff
  • Build and maintain client relationships while supporting proposal development and strategic initiatives
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in civil, Environmental, or related Engineering discipline
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required, or ability to obtain within 6 months
  • 8+ years of progressive experience in drinking water system planning, design, and infrastructure projects
  • Strong expertise in water distribution hydraulics and modeling tools (e.g., WaterGEMS, Info Water, EPANET)
  • Demonstrated experience with water storage system design, including coordination with structural and operational considerations
  • Familiarity with PFAS treatment technologies and evolving regulatory frameworks is highly desirable
  • Comprehensive knowledge of water treatment processes, including filtration, disinfection, and advanced treatment systems
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while delivering high-quality results on time and within budget
  • Proficiency with engineering and design tools such as AutoCAD and GIS preferred
  • Experience with funding programs (e.g., State Revolving Fund, USDA Rural Development) is a plus
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, regulators, and team members
  • Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position
  • Offers are contingent upon a successful criminal background check
Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in managing the full lifecycle of drinking water projects, including planning, design, and compliance with regulations. Proficient in hydraulic modeling and treatment technologies, with strong leadership and client relationship management skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License
  • Water Distribution Hydraulics
  • Hydraulic Modeling Tools
  • PFAS Treatment Technologies
  • Project Management
ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills
  • Drinking Water System Planning
  • Water Storage System Design
  • Water Quality Assessment
  • Filtration Processes
  • Disinfection Processes
  • Advanced Treatment Systems
  • Cost Estimation
  • Project Scheduling
  • Scope Management
  • Budget Management
Soft Skills
  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Client Engagement
  • Mentoring
Certifications & Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License
Industry Keywords
  • Drinking Water Regulations
  • Emerging Contaminants
  • State Revolving Fund
  • USDA Rural Development
  • Construction Phase Services
Tools & Technologies
  • WaterGEMS
  • Info Water
  • EPANET
  • AutoCAD
  • GIS
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