Project Manager (Water/Wastewater/Water Resources)

Brown and Caldwell has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer / Project Manager to join our team in Andover, MA. This full-time position will contribute to project delivery and client service teams in winning and executing innovative planning, evaluation, design, permitting and construction support services for a variety of advanced treatment plants, biosolids, pumping stations, pipeline, and integrated water resources projects for municipal clients in the areas of water, wastewater, and stormwater.

We are looking for a Civil / Mechanical / Environmental Engineer with a Massachusetts PE license who will partner with leaders in our Northeast Area to advance our growth strategy while providing project oversight and engineering mentorship.

Detailed Description :

In this role you will work closely with project managers and lead other team members to execute work involving engineering principals and other related activities for infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and executing the design of municipal wastewater and water facilities and maintaining and enhancing relationships with existing clients.

Specific duties may include but are not limited to the following :

• Manage and execute work on wastewater and water utilities including treatment plant, pumping station, and biosolids facility planning and design.
• Manage and execute work on wastewater, stormwater, and water utilities planning, design, and construction projects
• Projects may include water distribution and treatment, wastewater collection and treatment, pipeline and pump station rehabilitation, and stormwater.
• Develop scope, schedule and budget for new projects
• Prepare technical deliverables (modeling reports, design reports, technical memoranda) documenting analyses, findings, and recommendations.
• Present findings to Clients through effective oral and written communication.
• Lead project teams in planning and / or designing a major engineering project and coordinate special planning, economic, and engineering studies.
• Communicate effectively and coordinate with project teams including other disciplines (subject matter experts, cost estimators, GIS, designers, and other engineers).
• Review and analyze engineering data and reports
• Lead and manage construction administration phases of projects including submittal reviews, requests for information, correspondence, change requests, pay application processing, direction / supervision of inspection staff, and change orders for ongoing construction projects.
• Take technical and management responsibility of tasks and delegate effectively to junior staff.
• Assist in preparation of client fee proposals.
• Successfully manage and deliver projects on time and on budget.
• Utilize internal project management tools and resources.
• Perform technical research and be able to communicate and apply this knowledge.
• Participate in improving company resources and tools to improve design production and efficiency.
• Prepare and make presentations to clients and for professional meetings
• Supervise, delegate and oversee the work of technical staff and engineers
• Assist with and lead business development pursuits

Desired Skills and Experience :

• degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering with an Environmental focus (or related engineering discipline) required
• Candidate should have at least 7 years of professional experience in the study, design, and construction administration of municipal water and wastewater facilities
• Professional registered engineer in the State of Massachusetts or the credentials to obtain registration in a timely manner is also required
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification as defined by the Project Management Institute (PMI) preferred but not required.
• The candidate should have the ability to successfully manage clients and projects in a collaborative fashion and interface with Brown and Caldwell’s local, regional, and national wastewater practitioners as well as help mentor junior staff
• Demonstrated strong project management skills
• Ability to focus on client needs while balancing multiple priorities including but not limited to project management, design, bidding and construction management services.
• Successful marketing, proposal writing, proposal management, and public presentations experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to conduct effective presentations and prepare written reports and documents
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite including Word, Outlook, Project, Excel and PowerPoint is required.
• Proficiency in GIS preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D preferred, MEP / Revit a plus.
• Valid drivers license and good driving record required

Salary Range : The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education.

These ranges may be modified in the future.

Location A : $103,00 - $141,000

Location B : $114,000 - $155,000

Location C : $124,000 - $169,000

You can view which BC location applies to you If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.

Benefits and Other Compensation : We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance.

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About Brown and Caldwell

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction firm with 50 offices and 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific.

For 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies.

We strive to be the company of choice to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation.

Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit

This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.

Notice to Third Party Agencies : Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.

In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.

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