Drinking Water Technical Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science and operations firm with a simple vision for clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities and happy people. As an employee-owned company, we strive to cultivate teams that encourage collaboration in an inclusive culture. We seek talented individuals from all backgrounds to help us address a broad range of water and environmental issues. We prioritize our people, offering opportunities for professional growth, ownership and flexibility. This commitment enables us to make a meaningful impact on our clients, communities and the planet. 

What’s in it for you?  

Woodard and Curran seek a dynamic, detail-oriented, and client-focused Professional Engineer to join our Water Team as a Technical Manager. In this role, you will collaborate with our municipal clients to develop, design, and deliver various drinking water projects across the New England region, including Massachusetts, Maine, Rhode Island, and Connecticut.

Our New England team comprises a dynamic group of engineers, scientists, and design professionals who emulate Woodard & Curran’s values. Woodard & Curran creates a safe and fun environment for employees to thrive and collaborate with teams locally and nationwide to deliver clean water solutions to our clients.

Who we are looking for:  

The ideal candidate will be technically focused, with solid experience in evaluating, planning, designing, and constructing drinking water systems. Familiarity with a broad range of issues related to master planning, treatment, and distribution systems is preferred. In collaboration with the Project Manager, you will help lead the delivery of multiple projects, work directly with clients and internal teams, and support marketing and proposal efforts.

Offering Flexible Remote/Hybrid Work Schedule: Expectation is 2 to 3 days in the office or onsite with clients.

Travel up to 20%: Clients within the New England Region.

• Drinking water distribution capacity analysis and design
• Drinking water treatment system upgrades
• PFAS treatment systems
• Lead and Copper Rule project initiatives
• Pumping station designs and rehabilitation
• Collection system assessments, design, and rehabilitation 
• Municipal wastewater systems, including collection system infrastructure, pumping system hydraulics, and wastewater treatment processes
• Biosolids and renewable energy development

• Acting as the technical leader for all sizes of projects 
• Working alongside Project Manager(s) to lead the technical delivery of project tasks. 
• Determining the overall technical approach for projects. 
• Preparing and delivering presentations and training programs to internal and external clients and professional associations
• Providing input on the continued development of Woodard & Curran’s design guidelines and standards. 
• Assisting in the development of project schedules and budgets 
• Demonstrating strong and proactive communication skills to keep the project management and technical team(s) updated as project work progresses. 
• Working on multiple projects simultaneously and meeting the needs of each project in a professional, reliable, and organized manner. 
• Mentoring and directing junior and mid-level staff on technical assignments and reviewing technical work completed by engineers under supervision.  
• Connecting and working with external suppliers and subcontractors support project delivery. 
• Interacting with clients and professionally representing the firm. 
• Visiting client sites for meetings, proposal development, and/or observing construction project status. 
• Coordinating with contractors and clients in the field during construction to ensure that projects are executed in compliance with the Contract Documents. 
• Interfacing with state and local regulatory agencies and permitting officials 
• Assisting the Client Management team with proposal development and pursuit of new opportunities. 
• Participating in professional organizations. 

• 8-15 years of engineering experience. 
• A B.S. Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or an M.S. Degree is preferred. 
• The successful candidate will have technical and project delivery expertise in civil and environmental engineering and an in-depth understanding of the engineering concepts associated with all types of municipal water systems, including water supply and treatment processes and distribution systems infrastructure. 
• Well-versed in state and federal regulations regarding water treatment and distribution systems. 
• Knowledgeable in state bidding laws and funding programs. 
• Up to date on the latest technological advances, regulatory trends, equipment, and processes. 
• Superior writing, communication, and presentation skills. 
• Registered Professional Engineer in Massachusetts, Maine, Rhode Island, and Connecticut (or ability to apply for reciprocity).

This role has the option for remote work, and the anticipated pay range is flexible, depending on factors such as the employee's primary work location, skills, experience, and education. The following examples illustrate how the pay range for the same role can vary based on different locations. 

Group A (Portland, ME-7) = $100,000 - $130,000

Group B (Providence, RI, Northampton, MA) = $105,000 - $140,000

Group C (Andover, MA & Canton, MA):  = $120,000 - 165,000

This position’s anticipated pay range is provided; the final exempt salary or non-exempt hourly pay will depend on experience level and consider a percentage-based geographic differential based on where the final candidate will be working. Geographic differentials recognize and reflect the cost of labor differences between geographic markets.

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Mutual Dispute Resolution (MDR)

As part of our commitment to a fair and respectful workplace, Woodard & Curran uses a  Mutual Dispute Resolution (MDR)to help resolve most employment-related concerns efficiently and consistently.

What this means:

• MDR applies to both you and the Company
• Most workplace-related disputes are resolved through  binding arbitration , rather than court proceedings
• Certain exceptions are outlined in the full agreement

If you are offered a position with Woodard & Curran, you will be asked to review and sign the MDR as part of your offer packet.

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Employee Support & Benefits

Retirement Savings:

• 401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions: The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed

Time away from work:

• Observed holidays: Choose up to 8 holidays to observe annually
• Vacation: Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked
• Sick time: Paid sick time for non-work-related illness or injury.
• Parental leave : Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding

Coverage and support for your needs and well-being:

• Disability: Paid short- and long-term disability
• Health : Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans.
• Life : Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families is available through Sun Life.
• Wellbeing: DarioMind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources.

Workplace Information

E-Verify Participation

Woodard & Curran participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. As part of this process, we display the required Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters. 

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Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility

Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to non-discrimination and make employment decisions based on job-related factors. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Beth Sweitzer.

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Inclusion & Belonging

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and believe diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to serve clients and communities.

As an employee-owned company, we are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive environment where employees can grow, contribute fully, and deliver meaningful impact.

Recruitment Agency Policy

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Submissions without a signed agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and not eligible for referral fees.

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