Senior Industrial Water & Wastewater Project & Design Manager Job
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Job ID
4451
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Job Location
11811 N. Tatum Blvd., Suite P-186
Phoenix, AZ 85028, US -
Job Category
Industrial Water
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Job Type
Regular Full-Time
Overview
Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?
Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Industrial Water & Wastewater Project & Design Manager to join our team in our Phoenix, AZ office. The position will interact with our design teams across the company and will work with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals throughout the U.S. The position will provide leadership and client development specifically in industrial water/wastewater treatment design, planning, and delivery.
Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.
We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.
To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Collaboration and mentoring are cornerstones of Geosyntec’s culture. We operate under a sell-manage-do culture, and we expect that you will work on challenging technical projects while leveraging your existing knowledge and experience to help Geosyntec expand our Water Treatment & Delivery practice and its capabilities through your technical design skills and management of design teams. In this role you will also take on project management responsibilities, along with staff management and development, and mentoring tasks.
Some of the key responsibilities may include:
- Maintain and build a positive client relationship being the primary point of contact with the client during the design phase of projects;
- Complete diverse project tasks on water and wastewater projects;
- Independently prepare design calculations and reports;
- Plan and prepare or review technical specifications;
- Mentor and develop engineering design staff;
- Communicate project tasks between offices and design groups, a high level of coordination and communication skills required;
- Perform QA/QC and participate in constructability reviews of designs;
- Plan, schedule, conduct and/or coordinate detailed phases of engineering work as a part of a major project or small-moderate scope project;
- Manage multiple projects within the scope/budget/schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on project deliverables;
- Manage the overall delivery of projects including, project planning and controls, financial management, change management, risk management, and contract/subcontract management;
- Effectively steward and build client relationships to repeat business; and
- Develop business opportunities with new and existing clients and preparing or assisting with associated proposals.
- Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.
Education and Licensure
- Bachelor’s degree in civil, chemical, environmental, mechanical, or related engineering discipline. (required)
- Advanced degree in related engineering field. (preferred)
- Professional registration (P.E.). (preferred)
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
- At least 8 years of experience in water/wastewater consulting; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
- Experience in detailed design of water/wastewater projects for industrial and municipal clients. (required)
- Experience managing the overall delivery of projects including, project planning and controls, financial management, change management, risk management, and contract/subcontract management. (required)
- Excellent writing and communication skills. (required)
- Experience managing engineering design staff. (required)
- Field work and overnight travel may be required.
- Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)
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Additional Information
Who We Are
Change the world with us
At Geosyntec, our work is designed to make a measurable difference. We deliver innovative solutions that improve the environment while advancing human and ecological health and supporting sustainable social and economic outcomes - work with purpose, impact, and lasting value.
Geosyntec is an innovative consulting and engineering firm that partners with public and private sector clients to solve complex challenges involving the environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. We are recognized for technical leadership, multidisciplinary collaboration, and practical problem solving - bringing engineers, scientists, and technical professionals together to deliver solutions that matter.
Our teams support a broad portfolio of projects, including environmental remediation, water resources, waste management, and civil and geotechnical engineering. The work we do calls for thoughtful analysis, adaptability, creativity, and strong technical judgment—offering opportunities to contribute to projects that protect communities, strengthen infrastructure, and safeguard natural systems.
Whether you are building your professional foundation or bringing deep expertise, Geosyntec supports continuous growth. You’ll have opportunities to apply your skills in new settings, expand your capabilities, strengthen your practice, and take on meaningful challenges that accelerate your development.
A Collaborative, Practitioner Led Culture
Collaboration is central to how we work. Our teams bring together diverse technical backgrounds and experiences to solve problems from multiple perspectives—creating an environment where people rely on one another, share knowledge, and deliver strong outcomes for clients. We invest in our people through mentoring, professional development, and opportunities to contribute beyond a single role or assignment.
Learn. Develop. Grow.
There is no single career path at Geosyntec. We support flexible, meaningful career development so professionals can pursue areas they are passionate about, build on prior experience, and continue growing - even as circumstances evolve.
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