Senior Project Manager – Wastewater

Trilon Group

Senior Project Manager at Fehr Graham leading wastewater projects, building client relationships, and ensuring project execution and quality control.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeChampaign • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $140,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading wastewater projects, managing client relationships, and ensuring compliance with Illinois Environmental Protection Agency regulations. Proficient in project management, quality assurance, and business development within the civil engineering domain.

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Project ManagementLicensed Professional EngineerClient Relationship ManagementWastewater ProcessesEngineering Software Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementRoot Cause AnalysisQuality ControlBusiness DevelopmentContract PreparationAccounts Receivable ManagementAnalytical SkillsOrganizational Skills

Soft Skills

Client Relationship BuildingLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Engineering Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Professional Engineer

Industry Keywords

WastewaterIllinois Environmental Protection Agency RegulationsState and Federal Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead innovative wastewater projects and ensure efficient, profitable, and timely execution
Act as the primary client contact and generate leads
Build and maintain client relationships
Invoice clients and manage accounts receivable
Prepare client contracts and proposals
Conduct Root Cause Analysis for project write-offs
Ensure quality control for assigned projects and clients
Manage complex projects and lead junior staff in quality assurance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in civil engineering or similar degree with appropriate experience
10 years of experience in Project Management
Licensed Professional Engineer
Navigate Illinois Environmental Protection Agency regulations with ease
Proven business development and client relationship management skills
Familiarity with wastewater processes, methods, and state and federal requirements
Proficient in engineering software
Strong analytical and organizational skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/life/disability insurance
401K profit-sharing plan
Paid time off
An awesome work environment.