Project Manager – Water/Wastewater

Location: Phoenix, Arizona

Overview

We are seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Manager to join a growing engineering and design team in Arizona. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management and water/wastewater system analysis and design.

This group partners with municipalities, public utilities, and private developers on a wide range of projects—from planning and design through construction support and startup. With extensive experience across master-planned communities, mixed-use developments, and public works projects, the team is expanding and looking for professionals eager to advance their careers while making a direct impact in their communities.

This position is based in Arizona, with flexibility for office-based work in Phoenix, East Valley (Gilbert/Chandler), West Valley (Goodyear/Tolleson), or remote work from a mutually acceptable location in-state.

Responsibilities

• Manage water/wastewater infrastructure projects from concept through design, construction, and startup.

• Lead and mentor engineering teams in preparing construction documents for:

  • Booster pump stations, storage facilities, and treatment plants

  • Groundwater wells and sewer pump stations

  • Reclaim water systems and utility mains

• Oversee quality control, scheduling, budgeting, and client deliverables.

• Prepare technical documents including plans, specifications, basis of design reports, and hydraulic models/studies.

• Coordinate with municipalities, private utilities, consultants, and clients.

• Manage proposals, project billing, and client relationships.

• Provide construction-phase support (submittal reviews, RFI responses, startup/commissioning oversight).

• Ensure technically sound, cost-efficient designs and resolve plan review issues.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.

• 8 years of relevant experience with demonstrated project management skills.

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Arizona, or ability to obtain within 12 months.

• Strong foundation in hydraulic principles and water/wastewater system design.

• Experience with planning/design of distribution and collection facilities, pump/lift stations, reservoirs, wells, and pipelines.

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite; working knowledge of AutoCAD.

• Strong communication, organizational, and client service skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Preferred

• Experience with Bluebeam Revu, Bentley (WaterCAD, SewerCAD, Hammer), and/or InfoWater.

• Familiarity with Arizona state, local, and utility engineering requirements.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Company-matched 401(k)/Roth, life insurance, and disability coverage.

• Paid time off including parental, military, and pregnancy disability leave.

• Professional development support (education reimbursement, license bonuses, mentorship, in-house training).

• Work-life balance initiatives, wellness programs, and volunteer opportunities.

• A culture of career growth, innovation, and community impact.

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Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.