Assistant Project Manager

STV

Assistant Project Manager contributing to water and wastewater project development at STV. Collaborating with project managers and designing treatment facilities in NYC or nearby areas.

Posted 4/25/2026full-timeNew York City • New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $106,533 - $121,752 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently performs engineering assignments with clear and specified objectives, covering engineering studies, design, and engineering services during construction services.
Work closely with various project managers assisting in project work planning, meetings and communications, and status monitoring.
Responsible for designing pumping and conveyance facilities, and treatment plant improvements with limited supervisory assistance.
Performs design calculations, prepares equipment or material specifications, and provides direction to drafting personnel.
Support project manager in establishing workflows, communication with design disciplines, and monitoring project schedule and budgets.
Responsible for or willingness to learn project management, client interface and business development of future projects.
Communicate with facility operations personnel to understand the goals and objectives of their needs during studies and design.
Prepare draft memos and engineering reports, and address review comments from team members and client.
Recognizes discrepancies in results and communicate findings and recommendations.
Exercises judgment in developing and analyzing engineering alternatives and provide well justified recommendations.
Must be able to manage multiple work assignments and should be able to prioritize work with supervisory assistance.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Environmental, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering is required.
Certified Engineer in Training is required.
Master’s degree a plus.
5 years or more of experience in detailed planning and design of water and wastewater facilities including pump stations, water treatment facilities, and wastewater treatment facilities.
Background in hydraulics and pumping systems design.
Familiar working with and providing input to designers using AutoCAD for 2-D and 3-D detailed design of water or wastewater facilities a plus.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to build strong relationships.
Familiarity with NYC or Philadelphia Metro area clients a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
Disability insurance
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
401(k) Plan
Retirement Counseling
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
Paid Holidays (9 days)
Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
Continuing Education Program
Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

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Hard Skills & Tools

engineering studiesdesign calculationsequipment specificationspumping systems designwater treatment facilities designwastewater treatment facilities designproject managementbusiness developmenthydraulicsAutoCAD

Soft Skills

communication skillsrelationship buildingjudgmentprioritizationteam collaborationstatus monitoringproblem-solvingreport writingclient interfaceworkflow establishment

Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Environmental EngineeringBachelor of Science in Civil EngineeringBachelor of Science in Mechanical EngineeringCertified Engineer in TrainingMaster’s degree