Project Manager - Water/Wastewater Engineering

Pennoni • Newark, NJ

4d • $110,000 - $140,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Pennoni is seeking a highly motivated Water/Wastewater Project Engineer to join
our Newark, New Jersey office. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to
meaningful water and wastewater infrastructure projects while advancing your
career within a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Environmental, or related Engineering discipline
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in water/wastewater engineering, including design and project coordination
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and hydraulic modeling software such as EPANET, WaterCAD, and SewerGEMS
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical report preparation

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering designs, technical specifications, and construction documents for water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, and treatment facilities
• Perform hydraulic and hydrologic modeling to evaluate and optimize system performance and capacity
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including coordination of environmental permitting requirements
• Support municipalities and utility clients with NJDEP compliance initiatives related to drinking water and wastewater regulations, reporting, and infrastructure planning
• Provide engineering services during construction, including shop drawing review, responses to RFIs, and site visits
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, high-quality technical solutions
• Prepare proposals/scopes of work and associated design fee estimates in support of targeting work.
• Identifying potential clients and assisting in pursuit of opportunities as required
• Serve as a client point of contact, fostering strong relationships and ensuring exceptional service delivery

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level