Wastewater Treatment Project Manager

Trilon Group

Wastewater Treatment Project Manager at Fuss & O'Neill working on wastewater solutions. Leading multidisciplinary projects and optimizing plant performance across communities.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeHartford • Connecticut • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $135,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing wastewater treatment projects, including design, process evaluation, and regulatory compliance. Proficient in project management, client relationship building, and mentoring junior engineers.

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Wastewater Treatment DesignProcess EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseProject ManagementMunicipal Wastewater Treatment

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Hard Skills

Biological Nutrient Removal (BNR)Activated SludgeMembrane Bioreactor (MBR)Sequencing Batch Reactor (SBR)Trickling FiltersProcess ModelingMass Balance AnalysisCapacity EvaluationBiosolids TreatmentCost Estimation

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeAutoCADBioWinGPS-X

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Environmental EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

Wastewater TreatmentNutrient RemovalRegulatory ComplianceConstruction Phase ServicesClient Relationship Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the full lifecycle of wastewater treatment projects, including new facilities, expansions, and upgrades
Lead process evaluation and design for primary, secondary, and tertiary systems, including biological nutrient removal (BNR)
Evaluate and optimize treatment processes such as activated sludge, MBR, SBR, trickling filters, and advanced systems
Oversee process modeling, mass balance analyses, and capacity evaluations
Develop solutions for biosolids treatment, including digestion and dewatering
Manage project budgets, schedules, resources, and deliverables
Prepare and present technical reports, plans, specifications, and cost estimates
Support permitting and regulatory compliance
Provide construction-phase services, including submittal review, RFIs, field inspections, and startup/commissioning
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development
Build and maintain strong client relationships while supporting business development efforts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering field
Professional Engineer (PE) license
8+ years of experience in wastewater treatment design and process engineering
Strong expertise in municipal wastewater treatment and nutrient removal
Proven experience managing projects, delivering on time and within budget
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD required
Experience with process modeling tools such as BioWin or GPS-X a plus
Experience with funding programs (SRF, USDA Rural Development) a plus
Ability to travel approximately 5-10% throughout New England

Benefits

Comp & perks

Schedule Flexibility: Customize your work schedule to fit your life.
Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits to keep you and your family healthy.
Continuous Learning: Access to online courses, conferences, and learning materials to fuel your professional growth.
Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge with our generous paid time off policy.
Career Advancement: Clear paths for promotions and the opportunity to take on new challenges.
Fun Team Culture: Regular team-building activities, happy hours, and company outings.