Project Manager – Water/Wastewater

Stantec

. Participate in the design and oversee construction of water distribution systems, reservoirs, wastewater collection systems, treatment plants, pumping stations, and treatability and feasibility studies .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $110,300 - $195,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in water and wastewater engineering, including project management, regulatory compliance, and client relationship management. Capable of leading design teams and overseeing construction projects while ensuring quality assurance and adherence to industry standards.

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Licensed Professional EngineerWater And Wastewater Treatment ProcessesProject ManagementRegulatory ComplianceClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Civil EngineeringEnvironmental EngineeringChemical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringProject BudgetingProposal WritingDesign And Construction MethodsQuality AssuranceHydraulicsCost Control

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationLeadershipMentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Professional Engineer

Industry Keywords

Water Distribution SystemsWastewater Collection SystemsTreatment PlantsPumping StationsConstructability ReviewsRegulatory PolicyEngineering CodesProject Document ProductionFeasibility StudiesClient Interviews

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in the design and oversee construction of water distribution systems, reservoirs, wastewater collection systems, treatment plants, pumping stations, and treatability and feasibility studies
Act as the primary project contact and manage existing client relationships
Lead project coordination meetings with internal teams, external consultants, owners, contractors, subcontractors, and vendors
Provide project leadership, guidance, and mentoring to project staff
Supervise staff and set priorities, budgets, and schedules
Review and conduct alternative analyses for project business case evaluations
Evaluate, select, and specify engineered water and wastewater systems or products
Manage project budgets, invoicing, estimates to complete, and outstanding accounts receivable
Coordinate construction documents, including contract drawings, specifications, and cost estimates
Interface with clients and management regarding project scope, schedule, and budget
Coordinate and participate in constructability reviews
Oversee quality assurance and quality control
Monitor regulatory policy and rule changes and build relationships with regulatory officials
Lead proposal preparation and support client interviews and contract negotiations
Participate in marketing and business development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering
Licensed Professional Engineer or ability to obtain within 12 months
Minimum of 8+ years of experience in water and wastewater infrastructure related fields
Demonstrated skills in efficient project management and technical leadership across multiple concurrent projects
Understanding of client expectations, budgeting, proposal writing, and producing high quality deliverables
Strong working knowledge of the movement and treatment of water/wastewater and various design and construction methods
Strong knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes, hydraulics, process mechanical, regulatory compliances, and industry standards
Knowledge, interpretation, and application of relevant design and construction codes
Understanding of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications
Ability to lead design professional and technician teams while exercising cost control
Advanced understanding of water and wastewater engineering concepts
Strong written and verbal interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work well in a team environment without direct supervision

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision plans
Wellness program
Health savings accounts
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) plan
Employee stock purchase program
Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Short-term and long-term disability plans
Emergency travel benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Professional membership fee coverage
Paid family leave
Ten paid holidays per calendar year
Vacation accrual of 10 to 20 days per year
Paid sick leave
Bonus eligibility for certain roles