CP Engineers

Water Resources Project Manager

Sparta, New Jersey, United States · Staff+

Sponsorship not specified$120k-$160kDetected 56 days ago

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About the role

This is an opportunity to take ownership of meaningful infrastructure projects that directly impact public health and environmental sustainability.
Client Coordination: Serve as the primary client relationship manager throughout the project lifecycle.
New Jersey Professional Engineer (PE) license in good standing.

Responsibilities

Lead full project lifecycle delivery, including development of proposals, scopes of work, budgets, and schedules; establish and maintain project controls to proactively manage scope, budget, schedule, and risk; monitor performance, allocate resources strategically, and drive accountability to achieve on-time, on-budget, and high-quality outcomes.
Provide technical oversight and quality assurance for engineering deliverables, including reports, design drawings, specifications, permitting documents, and bid packages; ensure deliverables meet firm standards for technical excellence, constructability, and regulatory compliance.
Direct permitting strategy and execution, including preparation and review of applications and coordination with regulatory agencies; serve as a key point of contact with NJDEP and local authorities, proactively identifying and resolving regulatory challenges to maintain project momentum.
Lead and develop multidisciplinary project teams, including assigning responsibilities, mentoring staff, and optimizing resource utilization; foster a high-performance environment focused on accountability, professional growth, and technical excellence.
Maintain proactive communication, anticipate client needs, and resolve challenges effectively; strengthen client partnerships to drive repeat business and contribute to proposal development and pursuit strategy.
Provide technical guidance in the planning, design, and permitting of water and wastewater infrastructure, including treatment facilities, pump stations, and conveyance systems; support complex problem-solving and guide teams toward practical, innovative engineering solutions.
Design & Documentation: Provide technical oversight and quality assurance for engineering deliverables, including reports, design drawings, specifications, permitting documents, and bid packages; ensure deliverables meet firm standards for technical excellence, constructability, and regulatory compliance.
Regulatory Compliance & Permitting: Direct permitting strategy and execution, including preparation and review of applications and coordination with regulatory agencies; serve as a key point of contact with NJDEP and local authorities, proactively identifying and resolving regulatory challenges to maintain project momentum.
Team Leadership: Lead and develop multidisciplinary project teams, including assigning responsibilities, mentoring staff, and optimizing resource utilization; foster a high-performance environment focused on accountability, professional growth, and technical excellence.
Technical Support: Provide technical guidance in the planning, design, and permitting of water and wastewater infrastructure, including treatment facilities, pump stations, and conveyance systems; support complex problem-solving and guide teams toward practical, innovative engineering solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering field.
Minimum of 8+ years of experience in water/wastewater engineering with demonstrated project management responsibility, including scope, schedule, and budget oversight.

Compensation

$120,000-$160,000 (commensurate with experience)

Company info

Position Overview As a result of our continued strategic growth, we are seeking a Project Manager to join our highly respected water resources team.

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