Water/Wastewater Engineering Project Manager at Wright-Pierce in Clifton Park, NY | USD115,000-125,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

project management

technical design

technical docs

water management

client communication

staff mentoring

Mentor, train, and develop junior staff.
Facilitate project proposals, interviews, and presentations, working with our Marketing staff.
Oversee project budget, schedule, execution, and quality control across all phases.
Maintain effective communications with clients and internal teams to ensure project success.
Apply engineering principles to solve complex project challenges.
Manage municipal water and wastewater projects including water source, distribution, storage and treatment, and wastewater collection, pumping and treatment along with treated water reuse.
Oversee technical planning, design, construction administration, and project management of water and wastewater projects.
Supervise preparation of technical drawings, specifications, and bid packages.
Lead technical execution for a variety of (small to large) or complex multi-disciplinary projects.
Ensure project requirements and deliverables are met on time and within budget.

Requirements

pe

10+ years

water engineering

microsoft office

bluebeam

leadership

Technical competence and familiarity with local, state, and federal regulations and funding processes.
10+ years of vertical water and/or wastewater engineering experience. Experience in NY municipal water/wastewater market preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Project, Teams) & Bluebeam. Proficiency with BST or similar project financial management software preferred.
B.S. Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering required; MS Degree in Environmental Engineering preferred.
Previous team leadership experience, including management of direct reports.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Highly organized, self-motivated, results-driven, with excellent attention to detail.
Ability to build strong relationships with coworkers and collaborate effectively.
Effective client relationship and proposal generation skills.
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off: 10 holidays, including floating holidays, and paid parental leave.
Additional Perks: Employee referral fees, professional certification expenses, membership registration fees, and employee children’s college scholarships.
Competitive Salary: $115,000 – $125,000, based on education, experience and certifications.
Paid Volunteer Time: Give back to causes you care about.
Wellness Perks: Fitness reimbursement program and mental health support.
Best-in-Class Engagement: Our recent employee engagement survey revealed a highly engaged workforce, with 94% of respondents recommending Wright-Pierce as a great place to work.
Incentive Compensation Program: Substantial rewards in addition to a competitive salary and benefits.
Flexible Work Schedules: Hybrid work options to fit your lifestyle.
401(k) with Employer Match: Immediate vesting and profit-sharing.
Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting on your first day.
Career Development: Mentorship, Wright-Pierce University, and tuition assistance.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Since 1947

Year Founded

The company has been providing innovative solutions for over 75 years.

Builds a reputation as a trusted partner for water and infrastructure solutions.
Specializes in providing innovative engineering and environmental services.
Handles projects ranging from water treatment to wastewater management.
Serves clients across diverse sectors to ensure sustainable utilities.
Expertise spans the full project lifecycle, from concept to construction and operations.
Known for tackling challenging, large-scale projects requiring advanced solutions.
Key projects include wastewater treatment plants, water distribution systems, and flood control solutions.
Collaborates with local governments and private clients to deliver projects on time and within budget.
Originally rooted in New England, now expanded to serve clients nationwide.

Culture + Values

Since 2002

Partnership Duration

The company has maintained a long-standing partnership with Engineers Without Borders, demonstrating its commitment to global engineering and community development.

“Engineering a better environment”
“Mission: To deliver technical excellence and superior client service.”
“Vision: To set the standard for infrastructure engineering.”
Paying it forward in the communities we serve and beyond.
Employee giving program designed to foster camaraderie through volunteerism while assisting organizations with their efforts to impact communities and enrich the natural environment.
Annual United Way awareness and fundraising week.
Routine STEAM education outreach with local schools through interactive activities, Q&A sessions, and presentations by junior- and senior-level staff.

Environment + Sustainability

40% reduction

Electrical Consumption

Achieved a significant reduction in electrical consumption at the upgraded wastewater facility in Falmouth, ME.

40% improvement

Treatment Efficiency

Enhanced treatment efficiency at the Falmouth, ME facility, reflecting improved operational performance.

No. 165

ENR Environmental Firms Ranking

Ranked No. 165 among ENR’s Top 200 Environmental Firms for overall environmental expertise.

No. 20

Wastewater Treatment Ranking

Ranked No. 20 in the Top 25 Wastewater Treatment category.

First water‑treatment facility in New England to achieve LEED certification (Cocheco Well, Rochester, NH): geothermal heating/cooling; high‑efficiency pumps; building orientation for natural lighting; use of local materials; stormwater infiltration.
Achieved 8 mg/L total nitrogen and 1 mg/L phosphorus discharge targets at Falmouth, ME wastewater facility.
Recipient of ACEC Engineering Excellence Awards and EPA Environmental Merit Award for watershed-based nitrogen management strategies.

Inclusion & Diversity

350+

Professionals

The company employs over 350 professionals across multiple regions.

2002

Partnership Started

The company has been partnering with Engineers Without Borders since 2002.

STEAM outreach includes both junior‑ and senior‑level staff involvement (no further demographic data disclosed).

Articles

Careers at Wright-Pierce

Our Projects

About Us

Role

Description

project management

technical design

technical docs

water management

client communication

staff mentoring

Mentor, train, and develop junior staff.
Facilitate project proposals, interviews, and presentations, working with our Marketing staff.
Oversee project budget, schedule, execution, and quality control across all phases.
Maintain effective communications with clients and internal teams to ensure project success.
Apply engineering principles to solve complex project challenges.
Manage municipal water and wastewater projects including water source, distribution, storage and treatment, and wastewater collection, pumping and treatment along with treated water reuse.
Oversee technical planning, design, construction administration, and project management of water and wastewater projects.
Supervise preparation of technical drawings, specifications, and bid packages.
Lead technical execution for a variety of (small to large) or complex multi-disciplinary projects.
Ensure project requirements and deliverables are met on time and within budget.

Requirements

pe

10+ years

water engineering

microsoft office

bluebeam

leadership

Technical competence and familiarity with local, state, and federal regulations and funding processes.
10+ years of vertical water and/or wastewater engineering experience. Experience in NY municipal water/wastewater market preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Project, Teams) & Bluebeam. Proficiency with BST or similar project financial management software preferred.
B.S. Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering required; MS Degree in Environmental Engineering preferred.
Previous team leadership experience, including management of direct reports.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Highly organized, self-motivated, results-driven, with excellent attention to detail.
Ability to build strong relationships with coworkers and collaborate effectively.
Effective client relationship and proposal generation skills.
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off: 10 holidays, including floating holidays, and paid parental leave.
Additional Perks: Employee referral fees, professional certification expenses, membership registration fees, and employee children’s college scholarships.
Competitive Salary: $115,000 – $125,000, based on education, experience and certifications.
Paid Volunteer Time: Give back to causes you care about.
Wellness Perks: Fitness reimbursement program and mental health support.
Best-in-Class Engagement: Our recent employee engagement survey revealed a highly engaged workforce, with 94% of respondents recommending Wright-Pierce as a great place to work.
Incentive Compensation Program: Substantial rewards in addition to a competitive salary and benefits.
Flexible Work Schedules: Hybrid work options to fit your lifestyle.
401(k) with Employer Match: Immediate vesting and profit-sharing.
Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting on your first day.
Career Development: Mentorship, Wright-Pierce University, and tuition assistance.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Since 1947

Year Founded

The company has been providing innovative solutions for over 75 years.

Builds a reputation as a trusted partner for water and infrastructure solutions.
Specializes in providing innovative engineering and environmental services.
Handles projects ranging from water treatment to wastewater management.
Serves clients across diverse sectors to ensure sustainable utilities.
Expertise spans the full project lifecycle, from concept to construction and operations.
Known for tackling challenging, large-scale projects requiring advanced solutions.
Key projects include wastewater treatment plants, water distribution systems, and flood control solutions.
Collaborates with local governments and private clients to deliver projects on time and within budget.
Originally rooted in New England, now expanded to serve clients nationwide.

Culture + Values

Since 2002

Partnership Duration

The company has maintained a long-standing partnership with Engineers Without Borders, demonstrating its commitment to global engineering and community development.

“Engineering a better environment”
“Mission: To deliver technical excellence and superior client service.”
“Vision: To set the standard for infrastructure engineering.”
Paying it forward in the communities we serve and beyond.
Employee giving program designed to foster camaraderie through volunteerism while assisting organizations with their efforts to impact communities and enrich the natural environment.
Annual United Way awareness and fundraising week.
Routine STEAM education outreach with local schools through interactive activities, Q&A sessions, and presentations by junior- and senior-level staff.

Environment + Sustainability

40% reduction

Electrical Consumption

Achieved a significant reduction in electrical consumption at the upgraded wastewater facility in Falmouth, ME.

40% improvement

Treatment Efficiency

Enhanced treatment efficiency at the Falmouth, ME facility, reflecting improved operational performance.

No. 165

ENR Environmental Firms Ranking

Ranked No. 165 among ENR’s Top 200 Environmental Firms for overall environmental expertise.

No. 20

Wastewater Treatment Ranking

Ranked No. 20 in the Top 25 Wastewater Treatment category.

First water‑treatment facility in New England to achieve LEED certification (Cocheco Well, Rochester, NH): geothermal heating/cooling; high‑efficiency pumps; building orientation for natural lighting; use of local materials; stormwater infiltration.
Achieved 8 mg/L total nitrogen and 1 mg/L phosphorus discharge targets at Falmouth, ME wastewater facility.
Recipient of ACEC Engineering Excellence Awards and EPA Environmental Merit Award for watershed-based nitrogen management strategies.

Inclusion & Diversity

350+

Professionals

The company employs over 350 professionals across multiple regions.

2002

Partnership Started

The company has been partnering with Engineers Without Borders since 2002.

STEAM outreach includes both junior‑ and senior‑level staff involvement (no further demographic data disclosed).

Articles

Careers at Wright-Pierce

Our Projects

About Us