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Project Manager - Water / Wastewater

Hillsborough, NJ

A multidiscipline engineering firm serving municipal and private clients across the region is hiring a Project Manager to lead water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This role manages projects from concept through construction and serves as the primary client contact, coordinating with internal civil/site, structural, GIS, survey, and traffic departments to deliver integrated engineering solutions.

Schedule Full-time.

Compensation $80,000 - $95,000 per year

What You'll Do You will lead and manage water and wastewater projects from concept to construction for public and private clients, overseeing the preparation of detailed engineering designs, plans, reports, and permitting documentation. As the main point of contact for clients, you will maintain strong working relationships and coordinate across internal departments, including civil/site, structural, GIS, survey, and traffic, to ensure comprehensive project outcomes.

You will ensure regulatory compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines and manage submittals and approvals. The role also includes managing budgets, schedules, and project teams to maintain quality and timeliness, along with mentoring junior staff and contributing to talent development within the department.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in New Jersey, or ability to obtain by reciprocity
• 6 or more years of progressive experience in water and wastewater engineering, including project leadership
• Strong understanding of water distribution, wastewater collection, treatment systems, and permitting processes
• Experience working with municipal clients and regulatory agencies
• Proficiency in engineering design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D and hydraulic modeling tools
• Strong communication, project management, and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• Experience with municipal clients and regulatory agencies in New Jersey and surrounding states
• Experience mentoring or developing junior engineering staff

Compensation and Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Professional licensing support
• Specific benefit details to be confirmed with the employer

To apply, submit your resume through the application link.