Water/Wastewater Senior Project Engineer

Overview

Lead water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensure compliance, and mentor junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• permitting coordination
• client relations
• technical oversight
• project leadership
• asset management
• mentorship

Tasks

Lead projects. Mentor teams. Deliver critical infrastructure solutions. This is a leadership role where you will guide complex utility infrastructure projects from planning through construction, provide technical direction, and mentor the next generation of engineering talent. -Coordinate permitting and regulatory compliance at local, state, and federal levels. -Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring projects align with their goals and expectations. -Provide technical oversight to ensure designs meet the highest standards and regulatory requirements. -Lead project teams on water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including treatment plants, pump stations, collection and distribution systems, and regional system planning. -Develop asset management plans, system mapping strategies, and other strategic engineering deliverables. -Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering professional development and knowledge transfer.

Requirements

• bachelors
• 7+ years
• pe license
• autocad civil 3d
• driver's license
• leadership

What You Bring

A well-established civil engineering consulting firm with a strong regional presence across the South-Eastern United States is seeking an experienced Senior Water/Wastewater Project Engineer. -Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (or related discipline). -7+ years of municipal water/wastewater design experience. -Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within six months. -Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and other relevant engineering software. -Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as needed. -Strong leadership, communication, and client engagement skills.

People Also Searched For

Benefits

-Flexible Work Options: Hybrid schedules supporting work-life balance. -Competitive Compensation: Starting base of $130k plus performance-based bonuses. Up to $170k base DOE. -Comprehensive Benefits: Company-paid health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. -Paid Leave: Generous vacation, sick leave, and holiday programs. -Professional Growth: Opportunities to lead projects, mentor staff, and make a visible impact in local communities.

About Metric Geo

-It bridges a critical global skills gap, placing leaders in sectors like solar, wind, water, transportation and smart buildings. -Typical assignments include C‑suite and board roles at major infrastructure and power delivery firms. -Unusually, it combines boutique-sector insight with heavyweight executive solutions under its Metric Exec offering. -Its niche spans buildings & facilities, energy & power delivery, industrial manufacturing, and water, wastewater and transport infrastructure.

Sector Specialisms