Full-Time

Senior Project Manager

Drinking Water

Updated on 8/18/2026

Apex Companies

Apex Companies

1,001-5,000 employees

National environmental consulting and engineering firm

No salary listed

Naples, FL, USA + 3 more

More locations: Tampa, FL, USA | Punta Gorda, FL, USA | Fort Myers, FL, USA

Remote

Work is performed both in the field and in office settings.

Bachelor's, Master's

Category
Business & Strategy (1)
Required Skills
Public Speaking
Word/Pages/Docs
Quality Assurance (QA)
Risk Management
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Microsoft Outlook

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Requirements
  • A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline is required.
  • A Professional Engineering license is required.
  • At least 10 years of specialized experience in drinking water utilities, pump stations, water quality, and treatment is required.
  • Previous project management experience is required.
  • Strong experience working with local clients and regulatory agencies is required.
  • The ability to work both in field and office settings is required.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
  • Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, and Outlook is required.
  • A valid Florida driver’s license and clean driving record are required because driving is an essential part of the position.
Responsibilities
  • Supervise and direct individuals or teams of technical staff or Project Managers on multiple complex projects and less complex projects.
  • Demonstrate leadership in project execution, client interactions, and business development.
  • Lead construction administration, including submittal reviews; preparation of meeting agendas and minutes; review of daily and weekly construction reports; preparation of payment applications, requests for information, and change orders; coordination with field staff and designers; project closeout; construction schedule tracking; and construction progress meetings.
  • Train, mentor, and support the technical development of Project Managers and staff through training seminars, technical guidance during project execution, and bringing new technical developments in-house.
  • Consult with technical staff and Project Managers on technical issues and provide quality assurance and quality control reviews on projects outside direct involvement.
  • Recognize potential risks related to nonstandard technical matters or legal disputes and participate in required insurance training to minimize liability.
  • Work with minimal direction or supervision while performing similar project responsibilities successfully.
  • Oversee technical accuracy through regular communication with project staff, review of plans, specifications, reports, and calculations, and enforcement of firm standards.
  • Make technical presentations to clients and at public meetings to review and discuss project details.
  • Lead projects from development through completion by identifying schedules, scopes, budget estimates, and implementation plans, including quality assurance and quality control and risk management.
  • Represent the company publicly by presenting and communicating its capabilities and strengths.
  • Solicit new clients and projects by identifying opportunities, arranging meetings, participating in proposal development, and cross-selling additional practice areas.
  • Prepare proposals, participate in project interviews, attend and contribute to public meetings, develop fee proposals, and present information to potential clients.
  • Participate in professional associations and conferences by presenting or authoring technical papers.
  • Prepare contracts and subcontracts and negotiate fees associated with new projects.
Desired Qualifications
  • Relevant experience in Southwest Florida and Tampa, Florida.
  • A Florida Professional Engineering license.

Apex Companies provides environmental consulting and engineering services to public agencies and private clients across all 50 states. Its offerings include water resources management, environmental remediation, health and safety, compliance assurance, ESG advisory, and infrastructure engineering, delivering work from site assessments to managing complex projects. A key differentiator is the breadth of services across environmental, health and safety, and ESG, plus its ARTEMIS data-management platform that organizes environmental information for risk mitigation and lending. The company aims to help clients manage environmental risk, achieve regulatory compliance, and efficiently complete projects while expanding its national footprint.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Rockville, Maryland

Founded

1988

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What believers are saying

  • Apex earned Zweig’s 2026 Hot Firm No. 28 ranking, signaling strong growth momentum.
  • Tully and CWE expanded Apex’s stormwater, civil engineering, and California footprint in 2026.
  • March 2026 and February 2026 acquisitions broadened Apex’s municipal and private-market project pipeline.

What critics are saying

  • Private equity ownership pressures Apex to chase integrations and leverage before 2027.
  • Apex’s acquisition spree risks cultural friction and margin dilution across California, Florida, and Intermountain West.
  • A single failed integration or buyer slowdown could break Apex’s roll-up story and stall growth.

What makes Apex Companies unique

  • Apex combines water, environmental, and infrastructure services under one national platform.
  • Morgan Stanley Capital Partners backs Apex, enabling acquisitions like Tully and CWE in 2026.
  • Apex’s ARTEMIS data tools and stormwater lifecycle expertise deepen client lock-in.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Relocation Assistance

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

17%

1 year growth

17%

2 year growth

17%
Apex Companies
Mar 18th, 2026
Apex Companies Acquires CWE

Apex Companies announced the acquisition of CWE, an award-winning civil infrastructure, water resources, and environmental engineering services firm with multiple offices in California.

Associated Press
Feb 17th, 2026
Apex Companies Acquires Tully, Inc.

Adds to Core Stormwater Strength and Enhances Ability to Deliver the Full Stormwater Lifecycle in Northern California

EIN News
Jan 5th, 2026
Raincatcher Advises AquaWorks DBO on Its Acquisition by Apex Companies

Raincatcher, a national mergers and acquisitions advisory firm serving small to mid-size businesses, served as the exclusive sell-side advisor to AquaWorks DBO,

EIN News
Nov 3rd, 2025
Apex Companies Acquires Forsgren Associates, Inc.

Bolsters Engineering Depth and Extends Operational Presence in Intermountain West

EIN News
Nov 26th, 2024
Apex Acquires Weiler Engineering in Florida

Apex Companies, LLC has acquired Weiler Engineering Corporation, a Florida-based engineering firm. This acquisition enhances Apex's engineering capabilities and strengthens its presence in Florida. Weiler Engineering, with over 45 professionals, brings expertise in civil, structural, and utilities engineering. This move follows Apex's recent acquisitions of Johnson Engineering and Water Science Associates, further expanding its services in the municipal and private markets.