Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager in the Nashville/Knoxville, TN area to oversee the full lifecycle of municipal water and wastewater projects from early concept through construction. This individual will manage 10+ concurrent projects, coordinating with delivery teams, contractors, and sub-consultants while ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met. They will lead project teams, delegate design and engineering tasks effectively, and mentor junior staff while reviewing technical deliverables and ensuring alignment with project goals.

Responsibilities include supporting the preparation of design drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and pre-construction planning efforts across multi-discipline projects. The role also requires strong client-facing skills, including interfacing with stakeholders, government officials, and internal leadership to provide updates and maintain relationships. Approximately 10–15% of the role will be focused on business development, including contributing to strategic planning, marketing efforts, and RFQ responses in partnership with sales teams. This person will actively participate in industry organizations, conferences, and committees to stay connected within the water/wastewater community. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who can balance technical project execution with delegation, team leadership, and a sales-oriented mindset.

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Skills and Requirements

• 10+ years of experience within water/wastewater

- Previous experience in a Project Manager position

- PMP certification or equivalent experience - Professional Engineer (PE) license

- Drainage experience

- Prior experience at a consulting firm