Wastewater Project Manager
Woodard Curran
Wastewater Project Manager
Woodard Curran
Engineering environmental consulting for clean water
Salary Range: 145000 to 175000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)
Woodard & Curran is an employee-owned engineering, science, and operations firm dedicated to clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture that supports professional growth, flexibility, and meaningful work, empowering our employees to make a lasting impact on our clients, communities, and the planet.
Woodard & Curran is offering a unique opportunity to join our Tampa, Florida office and provide high-quality wastewater engineering services to municipal clients throughout the South region and across the nation.
The successful candidate will be a motivated, growth-oriented professional with the ability to manage project teams from the planning, preliminary design, final design, and construction phases, through start-up, and operations of facilities and infrastructure. You will have staff to mentor and clients to support. Not only will you have engineers to support you, but our integrated electrical, structural, CAD, operations, and SCADA teams will help you deliver an enhanced product. You will be an active participant in our delivery system improvement programs and continuous learning opportunities. Woodard & Curran creates a safe and fun environment for employees to thrive and collaborate with teams locally and nationwide to deliver clean water solutions to our clients.
Who are we looking for:
You will primarily provide project management and engineering support on municipal wastewater projects, however experience with drinking water, stormwater, and industrial water applications is valuable. This position offers the opportunity to direct and collaborate with a team of junior and mid-level staff while providing the ability to consistently work with mid- and senior-level technical staff and leadership across the organization. The ideal candidate is a technically focused individual with strong experience in evaluating, planning, designing, and constructing wastewater infrastructure and systems and experienced in engaging with client stakeholders such as operators, superintendents, and public officials to understand how to support their needs. Familiarity with a broad range of issues related to master planning, treatment, distribution, and collection systems is preferred. You will lead the delivery of multiple projects, must be familiar with local and federal regulations, and be able to support marketing and proposal efforts.
Location: Tampa, FL Office (Hybrid)
This role is hybrid. Candidates are expected to be in the office at least one day per week, with additional on‑site presence on an as needed basis.
Travel: 20%
To name a few, projects may include:
Municipal wastewater systems, including collection system infrastructure, pumping system hydraulics, and wastewater treatment processes
Collection system assessments, design, and rehabilitation
Biosolids and renewable energy development
Industrial wastewater treatment systems
Managing and executing work on wastewater system design, planning, and construction projects by leading and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams within Woodard & Curran and with subconsultants.
Determining the overall delivery approach for projects. Partner with senior leadership to develop technical approaches to larger projects.
Scheduling and tracking project budgets, milestones, and deliverables.
Utilizing Woodard & Curran’s Project Management Framework to execute all projects.
Demonstrating strong and proactive communication skills to keep the project management and technical team(s) updated as project work progresses.
Connecting and working with external suppliers and subcontractors support project delivery
Interacting with clients and representing the firm in a professional manner
Visiting client sites for meetings, proposal development, and/or to observe the status of construction projects.
Coordinating with contractors and clients in the field during construction to ensure that projects are executed in compliance with the Contract Documents.
Interfacing with state and local regulatory agencies and permitting officials
Conducting and coordinating QA/QC reviews on project deliverables to ensure Woodard & Curran technical excellence standards are met.
Collaborating with leadership and resource leaders on staffing projects.
Providing input on the development of Woodard & Curran design guidelines and standards.
Preparing and delivering presentations and training programs to internal and external clients and professional associations.
Supporting business development efforts under the direction of a client manager.
10-15 years of consulting engineering experience.
A B.S. Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering. An M.S. Degree is preferred.
Registered Professional Engineer in Florida (or ability to apply for reciprocity).
The successful candidate will have project management and delivery expertise in civil and environmental engineering and an in-depth understanding of the engineering concepts associated with municipal water systems.
Ability to manage multiple projects with demonstrated strong project management skills.
Well-versed in state and federal regulations.
Knowledgeable in state bidding laws and funding programs.
Excellent writing, communication, and presentation skills.
Demonstrated ability to conduct effective presentations to stakeholders is a plus.
Experience with proposal writing and developing project scope, budget, and schedules.
Woodard & Curran offers a comprehensive benefits package. For more information about our benefits & workplace policies visit Benefit & Policy Information - Woodard & Curran.
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Engineering environmental consulting for clean water
Woodard Curran provides engineering, science, and operations services focused on clean water infrastructure and environmental consulting for public and private clients. They plan, design, implement, and operate water projects including water resources management, wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and water reuse. They differentiate themselves by combining engineering, science, and hands-on operations with data-management tools and PFAS source identification, plus outsourcing options for delegated tasks. Their goal is to solve complex water and environmental problems to protect public health and advance sustainable water management.
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