Wastewater Project Manager

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.

Drinking water distribution capacity analysis and design

Drinking water treatment system upgrades

Municipal wastewater systems, including collection system infrastructure, pumping system hydraulics, and wastewater treatment processes

Collection system assessments, design, and rehabilitation 

Pumping station designs and rehabilitation

Biosolids and renewable energy development

PFAS treatment systems

Lead and Copper Rule project initiatives 

Managing and executing work on water system design, planning, and construction projects by leading and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams within Woodard & Curran and with sub-consultants.

Determining the overall delivery approach for projects. Partner with senior leadership to develop technical approaches to larger projects.

Scheduling and tracking project budgets, milestones, and deliverables.

Utilizing Woodard & Curran’s Project Management Framework to execute all projects.

Demonstrating strong and proactive communication skills to keep the project management and technical team(s) updated as project work progresses. 

Connecting and working with external suppliers and subcontractors to support project delivery.

Interacting with clients and representing the firm in a professional manner

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 

Conducting and coordinating QA/QC reviews on project deliverables to ensure Woodard & Curran technical excellence standards are met.

Collaborating with leadership and resource leaders on staffing projects.

Providing input on the development of Woodard & Curran design guidelines and standards.

Preparing and delivering presentations and training programs to internal and external clients and professional associations.

Supporting business development efforts under the direction of a client manager.

10-15 years of consulting engineering experience. 

A B.S. Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or an M.S. Degree is preferred. 

Registered Professional Engineer in Maine (or ability to apply for reciprocity). Maine preferred.

The successful candidate will have project management and delivery expertise in civil and environmental engineering and an in-depth understanding of the engineering concepts associated with municipal water systems. 

Ability to manage multiple projects with demonstrated strong project management skills

Well-versed in state and federal regulations. 

Knowledgeable in state bidding laws and funding programs.

Excellent writing, communication, and presentation skills. 

Demonstrated ability to conduct effective presentations to stakeholders.

Experience with proposal writing and developing project scope, budget, and schedules