Water / Wastewater Project Manager

We are looking for an experienced Water / Wastewater Project Manager to join our team in Arkansas. This individual will oversee a variety of water and wastewater infrastructure projects throughout Arkansas and parts of Oklahoma, managing projects from initial planning and design through construction and completion.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in water and wastewater system design, experience managing municipal and private-sector projects, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams while maintaining project budgets, schedules, and client expectations. An active Arkansas Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the planning, development, design, and implementation of water and wastewater projects.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, and overall delivery.
• Monitor project progress and coordinate with internal departments, clients, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Prepare preliminary engineering reports, feasibility studies, master plans, and environmental documentation.
• Develop project work plans, performance reports, and supporting engineering documentation.
• Prepare and coordinate required permits, including NPDES, ARDOT, ADEQ, railroad, and other regulatory permits.
• Develop engineering design drawings using field survey data, maps, reports, topographical information, and other project documentation.
• Lead pre-construction meetings, pre-bid meetings, and periodic construction meetings.
• Review contractor pay requests and assist with construction administration.
• Manage CAD, surveying, and other project support staff to ensure quality standards and project deadlines are met.
• Identify and resolve project challenges while minimizing risks, controlling costs, and maintaining project objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with municipal and private-sector clients.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering field from an ABET-accredited university.
• Active Arkansas Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Strong understanding of water and wastewater infrastructure design.
• Knowledge of ADEQ and ADH regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Familiarity with Ten States Standards.
• Experience managing project schedules, budgets, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work directly with municipal and private-sector clients.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with AutoCAD and the Civil 3D software suite.
• Self-motivated with the ability to exercise independent judgment and manage multiple priorities.
• 5+ years of design experience preferred.

Travel Requirements

Some travel is required for job site visits, client meetings, and project coordination throughout the region. Most travel consists of local or day trips, with overnight travel generally not required.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Annual performance reviews.
• 401(k) with employer matching contributions.
• Paid time off and 9 paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts and limited-purpose flexible spending accounts.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Additional voluntary insurance options.

The Ideal Candidate

A motivated engineering professional who enjoys managing projects, building client relationships, and delivering infrastructure solutions that positively impact local communities. This individual should be comfortable taking ownership of projects, leading multidisciplinary teams, and balancing technical design responsibilities with project management and client communication.