Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer – Project Manager

Arcadis

. Lead municipal drinking water and lead service line replacement programs from planning through design and construction .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $140,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing municipal drinking water and lead service line replacement projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while delivering sustainable solutions. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and drive business development initiatives.

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Project ManagementMunicipal Water SolutionsProfessional Engineering LicenseClient Relationship ManagementTechnical Leadership

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Hard Skills

Civil EngineeringEnvironmental EngineeringChemical EngineeringWater Distribution ProjectsCost EstimationPermittingConstruction ManagementEngineering StudiesRisk ManagementQuality Assurance

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringCoachingCommunicationCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineering License

Industry Keywords

Municipal InfrastructureDrinking Water RegulationsStakeholder CoordinationCapital ProgramsFunding Opportunities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead municipal drinking water and lead service line replacement programs from planning through design and construction
Manage projects from initiation through completion, including scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, staffing, and client satisfaction
Coordinate engineering studies, calculations, plans, specifications, cost estimates, permitting documents, bid packages, and construction deliverables
Provide technical leadership and oversight for complex water infrastructure projects
Guide engineering teams in developing practical, sustainable municipal water solutions
Advise municipal clients on infrastructure needs, priorities, alternatives, and capital programs
Coordinate with utilities, regulatory agencies, contractors, subconsultants, residents, and other stakeholders
Lead, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary project teams
Provide workload and resource planning, coaching, and technical guidance
Support drinking water requirements, regulatory considerations, funding opportunities, and program implementation
Drive client and business development through relationship building, strategic pursuits, proposals, interviews, scope and fee development, and growth initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical Engineering or a related field
10 years of consulting experience supporting municipal water, drinking water, or water distribution projects
Professional Engineering license

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k)
Short-term disability (STD)
Long-term disability (LTD)
AD&D insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Reward & recognition program
Wellbeing benefits
Adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Nine paid holidays
20 days PTO accruing per year
Up to 25% travel for client meetings, project site visits, and other project-related activities