Water​/Wastewater Project Manager

Job Overview

Verdantas is an environmental consulting firm focused on sustainable engineering. We are looking for a Project Manager to lead municipal infrastructure projects in Medford, Albany, Newport, or Coos Bay, OR.

• Lead design for the rehabilitation or replacement of municipal infrastructure, including treatment, pump stations, storage, water distribution, wastewater collection, and stormwater systems.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure system operations and develop plans and recommendations for operational improvements.
• Oversee mechanical systems design (e.g., treatment facilities, pump stations), including electrical and structural components.
• Manage subcontractors providing ancillary services such as geotechnical, environmental, cultural, survey, and other services as needed.
• Manage project bidding and award, contractor coordination, construction oversight, project financing, including funding agency reimbursement, and project closeout services.
• Support clients to identify funding sources and coordinate applications for funding.
• Serve as a technical authority and mentor junior engineers.
• Guide small and underfunded utility providers to modernize aging infrastructure.
• Manage project delivery and meet client needs and expectations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• PE Registration in Oregon or the ability to obtain an Oregon License within one year.
• 10+ years of experience in municipal infrastructure.
• Proven leadership in infrastructure rehabilitation and utility coordination.
• Strong understanding of water and wastewater engineering.
• Strong technical knowledge and practical field experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and client‑facing skills.
• Previous experience leading and mentoring junior staff.

Minimum salary $110,000, negotiable based on experience, location and certifications. Benefits include Flexible Work Environment, Paid Parental Leave, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D Insurance, Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability, 401(k) with Company Match, Paid Time Off + Holidays.

Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet.