Project Manager – Water/Wastewater

Trilon Group

. Manage a portfolio of municipal water and wastewater projects from planning and design through construction .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeSaratoga Springs • New York • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $120,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing municipal water and wastewater projects, including planning, design, and construction oversight. Proficient in engineering report preparation, compliance with regulatory requirements, and grant management.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Municipal Water EngineeringWastewater EngineeringProject ManagementProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseGrant Management

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Hard Skills

Engineering Report PreparationDesign CalculationsCost EstimationConstruction AdministrationRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

SupervisionMentoringClient Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

B.S. in Civil EngineeringB.S. in Environmental EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) License in New York State

Industry Keywords

NYSDOH ComplianceDEC ComplianceEFC RequirementsGIGPDWSRFCDBGUSDANYS Municipal Procurement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a portfolio of municipal water and wastewater projects from planning and design through construction
Serve as the primary technical and client contact on assigned projects
Prepare and oversee engineering reports, design calculations, specifications, and cost estimates for water supply, treatment and distribution, and wastewater treatment and collection projects
Coordinate compliance with NYSDOH, DEC, and EFC requirements
Coordinate grant and funding programs such as GIGP, DWSRF, CDBG, and USDA
Supervise, mentor, and develop project engineers and design staff
Manage project budgets, schedules, and contracts, including construction administration

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. in Civil or Environmental Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) license in New York State
10+ years of experience in municipal water and wastewater engineering
8+ years of direct project management responsibility
Working knowledge of water and wastewater system regulations
Working knowledge of grant programs
Working knowledge of NYS municipal procurement requirements
Experience preparing and managing grant-funded infrastructure projects

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical coverage
Prescription coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Educational assistance program
Paid time off
Parental leave