About this Water/Wastewater Project Manager role at Apex Companies
Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we’re building more than a consulting and engineering firm—we’re creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you’ll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.
Fueled by high quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.
As we continue to grow, we’re focused on building a team of high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, and push what’s possible. At Apex, you don’t just join a company, you help shape what comes next.
When you join Apex Companies, you won’t just be ‘going to work’. You’ll be helping grow a longstanding business while receiving the recognition and support your commitment to professional growth deserves.
These positions will require an eastern US presence. Specific location is open to discussion.
Your Responsibilities as a Water/Wastewater Project Manager:
- Lead a team of engineers and designers through the entire life cycle of project development including design documents (engineering plans, specifications, and permitting); bidding; and construction services
- Establish collaborative and productive internal and external relationships to facilitate successful completion of assigned projects
- Coach less experienced staff in understanding client needs, technical aspects of project delivery, technical writing, and other forms of project-related communication
- Strengthen existing client relationships with solutions that integrate innovative approaches, value, and risk management
- Attend meetings and communicate with clients to understand project needs and stakeholder requirements
- Take an active role in regional business development by helping to identify and win new business through networking, proposal preparation, and client presentations
- Proactively seek state, federal, and other funding for clients
What we're looking for:
- B.S. in Civil Engineering (or related field)
- Professional Engineer (PE) registration in CA, UT, OR, WA or other western states (or ability to obtain such a license within three months)
- 7+ years of civil engineering experience
- Proven ability to manage client relationships and lead multidisciplinary project teams
- Project management experience including development of project proposals, scopes, budgets, and successful execution of engineering projects
- Proven experience in project delivery processes that include conceptual through detailed design, process optimization, and opinions of probable cost, as well as constructability and quality assurance reviews
- Ability to coordinate across engineering disciplines as required
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills, and strong interpersonal skills
Why you'll love working for us:
- Company-subsidized medical and dental.
- Company-paid life, short-, and long-term disability insurance.
- 401(k) match, tuition assistance, and more.
- Cross-training and the opportunity to work on a variety of projects.
- Bonus eligible: All Apex employees are eligible to participate in our ACE Award program or Annual Incentive Plan (AIP). Bonus awards are based on a blended evaluation of both company and individual performance and are paid following the close of the plan year in accordance with the specific program.
- Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
- 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the U.S.
| Apex Job Title: Project Manager |
Req ID:
| 11801 |
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