Senior Project Manager – Water, Wastewater, Reuse Master Planning

Freese and Nichols

. Lead integrated water planning and master planning studies for municipal and county utilities across Florida, covering water, wastewater, and reuse, from kickoff through closeout .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeOrlando • Florida • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading integrated water planning and master planning studies, with a strong focus on hydraulic modeling and utility design. Proven ability to manage project scope, schedule, and budget while fostering client relationships and mentoring staff.

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Project ManagementHydraulic ModelingProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseClient CommunicationBusiness Development

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Hard Skills

Water PlanningWastewater PlanningReuse SystemsUtility Master PlanningIndependent Decision MakingTechnical DirectionProposal DevelopmentPhased Capital Program Development

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipRelationship BuildingMentoring

Tools & Technologies

AutodeskBentleyAquanuityGIS Integration

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Environmental EngineeringActive Professional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

Municipal UtilitiesCounty UtilitiesStrategic Client EngagementRFQsRFPs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead integrated water planning and master planning studies for municipal and county utilities across Florida, covering water, wastewater, and reuse, from kickoff through closeout
Serve as the client-facing project manager for RFQs and interviews
Manage hydraulic modeling and planning technical workstreams supporting master planning and utility design projects
Coordinate local and national technical experts across planning, funding, design, treatment, and related disciplines
Build and maintain relationships to grow the Florida planning work base
Participate in industry organizations and strategic client engagement
Support business development by shaping capture strategies, writing technical sections, and leading proposal development
Provide senior technical direction and mentor developing staff
Ensure quality, consistency, and on-time delivery across project teams
Communicate with clients, stakeholders, and regulators, translating technical findings into actionable planning decisions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related engineering degree
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license with ability to practice in Florida, or ability to obtain Florida licensure within 6 months
8+ years of experience, including experience making independent decisions on engineering problems and methods
Project management experience delivering hydraulic modeling and/or utility master planning work for water, wastewater, and reuse systems
Ability to lead teams and manage scope, schedule, budget, and quality while maintaining clear client communication
Established relationships and strong reputation with Florida municipal and county utility clients preferred
Experience leading integrated water planning efforts that combine planning, modeling, and phased capital program development preferred
Hands-on experience with hydraulic modeling tools (Autodesk, Bentley, and/or Aquanuity platforms) preferred
Experience integrating GIS data into planning and modeling workflows preferred
Experience supporting pursuits (RFQs/RFPs) and helping grow a planning program through strategic client engagement preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Paid overtime for salaried employees
Annual bonus
Access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina
Flexible work environment with a hybrid schedule including up to 40% remote work