Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer - Project Management

Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer - Project Management

Join our innovative engineering team at our Austin, TX location as a Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer. In this dynamic role, you'll lead critical water and wastewater projects, leveraging your extensive technical knowledge to deliver high-quality infrastructure solutions to municipalities across Central Texas. This position offers a unique opportunity to manage advanced design projects from conception through completion, ensuring sustainability and efficiency in water management systems.

Salary: $145,000+ per year

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the engineering design of water and wastewater pipelines, force mains, pump stations, lift stations, treatment plants, and water supply systems.
• Prepare comprehensive plans, specifications, cost estimates, and schedules for preliminary and final designs.
• Manage all project aspects including scope, schedule, budget, design, QA/QC processes, and workload coordination.
• Simultaneous oversight of multiple projects and client relationships, ensuring timely and budget-compliant execution.
• Coordinate closely with CAD staff to guide and integrate design drawings.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients and project teams, host regular project meetings to ensure alignment and progress.
• Support business development by collaborating with the marketing team on opportunity identification, proposal preparation, and technical presentations.
• Work with financial teams on fee proposals, budget forecasting, and project invoicing.
• Evaluate equipment and systems to ensure modern and efficient functionalities, producing detailed technical reports.
• Engage in light travel primarily between Austin and San Antonio for project management and site evaluation.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field; Master's degree is preferred.
• Active PE license in Texas with at least 3 years of experience post-certification.
• Over 12 years of technical experience in water/wastewater engineering with a minimum of 5 years focusing on project management and team leadership.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of water and wastewater regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects from initiation to completion with proven success in project delivery.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Central Texas municipalities including City of Austin and surrounding areas.
• Local project experience in Austin, San Antonio, and adjacent regions highly regarded.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills with adeptness in verbal and written communication.
• Capable of managing multiple projects and clients simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Expertise in leading cross-functional teams and coordinating with various stakeholders.
• Proficient in using CAD software and project management tools.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, enhancing business development opportunities.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary structure commensurate with experience and industry standards.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan with company contributions.
• Short-term disability coverage and generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy.
• Hybrid work options to support work-life balance.
• Dedicated career advancement opportunities and professional development programs.