Water Project Manager

Position Description

Water Project Manager - Lehi, UT
Lead Critical Drinking Water Projects That Communities Depend On

Safe, reliable drinking water doesn't happen by accident-it takes thoughtful design, strong leadership, and engineers who understand the full system.

We're looking for a Water Project Manager (PE) to lead drinking water and water infrastructure projects in the Lehi, Utah region. In this role, you'll take ownership of projects that support treatment plants, water supply systems, storage, pumping, and transmission infrastructure-from concept through construction.

If you enjoy leading teams, working directly with clients, and solving complex water system challenges, this is a high-impact role with real visibility and growth.
Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Manager for drinking water and water infrastructure projects, guiding work through the full project lifecycle
• Lead water/wastewater project delivery including planning, design, and construction administration
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and quality (QA/QC) across projects
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with municipalities and agencies
• Identify and pursue new project opportunities and business development efforts
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and project teams
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to drive project success
• Ensure projects deliver high-quality, practical, and constructible solutions

What Success Looks Like

• Strong client relationships that lead to repeat work and new opportunities
• Projects delivered on time, on budget, and with technical excellence
• A growing presence in the Lehi/Utah water & wastewater market
• A collaborative, high-performing team aligned around project success

Qualifications

Basic

• Bachelor's degree in civil, chemical or environmental engineering or related field
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Utah or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Experience with water treatment design and project delivery
• Proven ability to manage projects, clients, and teams simultaneously
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts to clients
• Experience or interest in business development and client growth
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations

Preferred

• 15+ years consulting experience for municipal water/wastewater systems
• Proven client relationships

Physical

• Ability to walk up to 3-miles on uneven terrain
• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
• Occasionally climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull light to moderate amounts of weight
• May require lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds, with rare lifting of up to 50 pounds
• Ability to inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• May be required to wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to, flame resistant clothing, hard hat, and protective footwear
• May require occasional evenings and weekends with overtime expectations varying with workload
• May be required to travel to off-site locations including occasional overnight stays out of town

Elevate Your Career with AE2S - Award-Winning Culture and Unmatched Benefits

Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services (AE2S) is an award-winning, specialized civil/environmental engineering consulting firm that provides professional services and a unique brand of extreme client service. Our work environment is consistently recognized both locally and nationally for our great culture and values, proven recognition programs, and social atmosphere.

• Great Culture and Spirit where Creativity is Fostered
• Significant Opportunities to Grow and Advance
• 100-percent Employee Owned
• Core Values which Speak to the Heart of AE2S and its Employees
• Large, Diverse, and Challenging Projects with the Latest Technology
• Family-Friendly with Flexibility and Work-Life Balance

AE2S offers more than just competitive compensation and a best-in-class insurance package to our employees and families; our benefit plan is one of the richest plans currently in the marketplace today!

• 100-percent paid Family Health Insurance
• 100-percent paid Employee Dental, Short- & Long-Term Disability, and Vision Insurance
• Discretionary Bonus Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Credits for Past Experience
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Program

AE2S is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Disability Employer

Location

Lehi, UT - Lehi, UT 84043 US (Primary)

Education

Bachelor Degree

Position Type

Full-time