Project Manager – Water/Wastewater

Pape-Dawson

Project Manager leading the planning, design, and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Managing multidisciplinary teams for public, private, and special-purpose utility clients.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeMcKinney • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing water and wastewater projects, including design and construction practices, while fostering strong client relationships and mentoring team members. Holds a Professional Engineer license and a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

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Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.)Water and Wastewater Project ManagementDesign and Construction PracticesClient Relationship ManagementLeadership and Mentorship

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Hard Skills

Project Scope ManagementBudget ManagementEngineering Design PreparationQA/QC ProcessesProposal DevelopmentContract NegotiationTechnical ExpertiseRFQ Response DevelopmentWater and Wastewater Systems DesignConstruction Practices

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsMentorshipRelationship Building

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil EngineeringLicensed Professional Engineer (P.E.)

Industry Keywords

WaterlinesStorage TanksPump StationsWastewater LinesLift StationsForce MainsTreatment FacilitiesPublic Sector ClientsMunicipal MeetingsCommunity Leaders

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes.
Lead and mentor project teams in the preparation of engineering designs, reports, calculations, permitting documents, and presentations.
Prepare and negotiate proposals, contracts, and client agreements.
Develop responses to RFQs, solicitations, and bond applications for utility district and public sector clients.
Attend client, municipal, and board meetings to present project progress and provide technical expertise.
Maintain strong relationships with clients, public agencies, and community leaders.
Support the technical and professional development of team members.
Contribute to company-wide design standards, QA/QC processes, and best practices.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program.
Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.).
Minimum 7 years of experience managing water and wastewater projects from conception through completion.
Strong knowledge of design and construction practices for waterlines, storage tanks, pump stations, wastewater lines, lift stations, and force mains.
Working knowledge of design and construction for water and wastewater systems, including treatment facilities.
Proven leadership, mentorship, and communication skills.
Ability to develop and sustain client and stakeholder relationships.
Ability to work Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm with overtime as needed.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities