Senior Project Engineering Manager - Water/Wastewater

Senior Project Engineering Manager - Water/Wastewater Date: Jul 14, 2026 Location: Cary, NC, US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies Job Title: Sr. Project Engineering Manager for Water & Wastewater Opportunity As the Sr. Project Engineering Manager for Water & Wastewater, you will manage execution of the engineering component of multiple traditional, design‑build, design‑bid‑build and collaborative delivery projects including advanced treatment facilities, underground conveyance, and carbon neutral solutions. Responsibilities include: Lead a multi‑discipline team of engineers and technicians on high‑profile municipal projects. Supervise and mentor engineering staff, identifying developmental growth opportunities. Manage budgets, scheduling, and correspondence with clients and project management in support of a project. Team Black & Veatch’s Governments & Community business provides integrated planning, design, and construction support for mission‑critical facilities worldwide. The Project Engineering Management team is a top‑ranked group in ENR for Water Design Firms. Client Interface Identify key client interests and drivers for highly complex projects. Communicate client concerns to project team members and develop solutions. Provide support for business development or pursuit activities. Manage project changes directly with the client with Project Management. Technical Expertise Lead large multi‑discipline teams to meet project deliverables. Serve as technical leader for complex water and wastewater treatment projects. Drive solutions to achieve project goals. May support the chief engineer and support discipline‑specific engineering processes. Management Responsibilities Review lower‑level engineering work or assignments. Handle hiring, mentoring, performance management and pay administration of assigned personnel. Preferred Qualifications PE license. Experience executing complex multi‑discipline WTP and WWTP upgrades and expansion projects. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited program. Minimum of 11 years of related work experience. Must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements, including background checks and drug screening. Work Environment / Physical Demands Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments. Sitting/standing/computer usage for extended periods of time. Ability to utilize video/audio conferencing software tools for internal/external communication. Travel to client sites. Benefits Competitive compensation and a company‑matched 401(k) plan. Health, dental, and vision insurance, including disability coverage. Paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time. Adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, and an employment referral program. Pre‑taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan, and B&V Credit Union membership. Performance‑based bonus program. Job Grade 017 Black & Veatch is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other protected status. For our EEO policy statement, please click here. Notice to external search firms: Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Black & Veatch Corporation