Project Manager – Water/Wastewater

Michael Baker International

Project Manager delivering water and wastewater infrastructure projects for Michael Baker International. Leading design, technical evaluations, client relationships, business development, and project budgets.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $125,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in water and wastewater engineering, including hydraulic modeling, project management, and technical leadership. Proficient in preparing design calculations, specifications, and technical documentation while effectively communicating with clients and project teams.

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Hydraulic ModelingProject ManagementCivil/Environmental Engineering DegreeProfessional Engineer (P.E.) RegistrationTechnical Writing

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Hard Skills

Design CalculationsWater Treatment DesignWastewater Treatment DesignPipelines DesignPump Stations DesignReservoir DesignTechnical EvaluationsProject BudgetingProposal PreparationClient Interaction

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsSelf-StarterVersatile

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft ProjectMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Outlook

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (P.E.) Registration in California

Industry Keywords

Water/Wastewater EngineeringASCEAPWAWateReuseHydraulic ModelingWater Resources Engineering

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support public and private sector water/wastewater clients in San Diego with challenging projects.
Complete technically sound and financially profitable projects.
Work on water-related projects including water and sewer master plans, hydraulic modeling, pipelines, pump stations, reservoirs, wells, lift stations, and treatment facility designs.
Participate in planning, design development, calculations, presentations, and overall project development.
Interact with clients and position the company for upcoming projects.
Lead business development activities, including networking groups, proposal preparation, pursuit strategy, and fee proposal development.
Participate in industry organizations such as ASCE (Pipeline), APWA, and WateReuse.
Participate in the water/wastewater group and collaborate with office and regional teams.
Provide technical leadership and mentor staff.
Perform project management duties including invoicing and project budgeting.
Prepare and oversee design calculations, drawings, and specifications.
Lead technical evaluations supporting water and wastewater planning and design.
Prepare and review technical memoranda, reports, drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
Assist proposal efforts during procurement of key projects.
Communicate and coordinate with project team members across disciplines, including cost estimators, GIS, designers, and engineers.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Possess a bachelor’s degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering with an emphasis on environmental and/or water resources engineering, or related engineering field. Advanced technical and management education preferred.
Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in performing design and calculations supporting pipelines, pump stations, wastewater treatment, and reservoirs.
Highly motivated self-starter, versatile and interested in working on a variety of projects supporting the Water/ Wastewater Field.
Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration in California. Additional states and technical registrations are a plus.
Demonstrated Experience preparing Hydraulic Modeling of water, sewer, and stormwater systems.
Proficient with Microsoft Suite including Word, Outlook, Project, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision insurance
401K Retirement Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability
Professional and personal development
Generous paid time off
Commuter and wellness benefits
Project Manager Bonuses