Wastewater Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Are you highly motivated, hard-working, and seeking to join a growth-focused consulting & engineering firm? Are you looking for a company that will invest in your development and grow your professional skills? If so, consider a career with Apex!

Powered by record sales, extraordinary client retention, strategic acquisitions, and an entrepreneurial spirit, Apex Companies is one of the fastest growing engineering and environmental consulting firms in the US. We were recently recognized by the Zweig Group as one of the fastest growing firms in the AEC industry. We take pride in providing our clients with exceptional service and have earned numerous awards for project excellence. We continue to grow, and we want you to grow with us.

Position Summary:
Seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of water, wastewater, or structural engineering projects. The ideal candidate will have a Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain one, along with at least 5 years of project management experience in related infrastructure or environmental projects. This role will involve both engineering design oversight and construction administration, ensuring projects meet technical specifications, regulatory requirements, budgets, and timelines while maintaining excellent client relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership: Direct and manage engineering projects from initial scoping through final delivery, ensuring adherence to client requirements, quality standards, and regulations.
• Technical Oversight: Oversee project design activities, reviewing plans, calculations, and specifications. Coordinate with internal disciplines to ensure integrated solutions and regulatory compliance.
• Budget & Schedule Management: Develop and maintain project budgets and schedules. Proactively identify and address risks, changes, and delays to keep projects on track.
• Client & Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and agencies. Provide regular project status updates, address concerns, and facilitate clear communication among all parties.
• Quality Assurance & Documentation: Ensure all project deliverables, including design documents, construction observations, and final records, meet quality standards. Maintain organized project files and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Construction Administration (as applicable): Oversee construction engineering inspection (CEI) activities, coordinate with construction teams, review contractor submittals, and ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Mentorship & Team Collaboration: Support junior staff development by providing guidance, reviewing work, and fostering a collaborative, solutions-oriented environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Environmental Engineering (or related field).
• Florida PE license or ability to obtain licensure within a reasonable timeframe.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience managing water, wastewater, or structural engineering projects.
• Proven ability to develop project scopes, budgets, and schedules, and to lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in industry-standard software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D preferred, MS Office).

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave.
• Relocation assistance (if applicable).
• Opportunities for professional growth and continued education.

Apex Job Title: Project Manager

Req ID: 11514

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