Engineering Project Manager

Senior Water/Wastewater Engineering Project Manager

Location: Orange, CA (On-site)

Salary Range: $160,000 – $180,000

Employment Type: Full‑Time, Direct Hire

Are you a seasoned civil engineer ready to step into a leadership role with a clear path to Principal? This position blends project management, technical oversight, and business development—ideal for someone who thrives on strategic leadership and technical excellence.

You’ll lead complex wastewater and water infrastructure projects (approximately 75% wastewater), mentor project managers and junior engineers, and ensure technical quality across all deliverables. If you’re passionate about shaping infrastructure and guiding teams, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

We are a leading environmental engineering and consulting firm dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure. With decades of experience serving public agencies and municipalities, we pride ourselves on combining technical excellence with a collaborative, client‑focused approach.

Our culture emphasizes integrity, teamwork, and professional growth. We invest in our people through mentorship, advanced training, and clear career progression opportunities—including a defined path to Principal for high‑performing leaders. If you’re looking for a company that values expertise, fosters innovation, and makes a tangible impact on communities, you’ll feel right at home here.

• Leadership & Oversight:
  • Direct and mentor project managers and junior staff.
  • Provide technical oversight and stamp design drawings.
  • Occasionally engage in hands‑on design and project bidding.
• Project Management:
  • Manage large‑scale wastewater and water infrastructure projects.
  • Ensure projects meet timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Client Development:
  • Interface with public agencies and clients.
  • Develop new work and maintain existing relationships (book of business not required).

• Qualifications:
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
  • Bachelor’s degree from an ABET‑accredited civil or mechanical engineering program.
  • Extensive experience in process engineering and project management.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Strong background in wastewater infrastructure, sewer systems, and water/stormwater treatment design.
  • Ability to review and approve design packages;
    Civil 3D familiarity is a plus.
• Attributes for Success:
  • Proven leadership and mentoring skills.
  • Ability to balance technical oversight with business development.
  • Comfortable with occasional site visits (mostly Southern California).

• Experience with public agencies.
• Broad technical background in water/wastewater/stormwater systems.
• Familiarity with permitting and regulatory compliance.

If you’re looking for a leadership role with growth potential and the chance to make a meaningful impact on critical infrastructure projects, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join a team that values expertise, collaboration, and innovation.

This is a Permanent position based out of Orange, CA.

The pay range for this position is $ - $/yr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Orange,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 16, 2026.

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