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Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Forsgren Associates
Sacramento, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/1/2026 CLOSED ON 2/3/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water/Wastewater Project Manager position at Forsgren Associates?

When you join Forsgren Associates, a newly acquired Apex Company, you won't just be 'going to work'. You'll be helping grow a longstanding business while receiving the recognition and support your commitment to professional growth deserves.

Your Responsibilities as a Water/Wastewater Project Manager:

  • Lead a team of engineers and designers through the entire life cycle of project development including design documents (engineering plans, specifications, and permitting); bidding; and construction services
  • Establish collaborative and productive internal and external relationships to facilitate successful completion of assigned projects
  • Coach less experienced staff in understanding client needs, technical aspects of project delivery, technical writing, and other forms of project-related communication
  • Strengthen existing client relationships with solutions that integrate innovative approaches, value, and risk management
  • Attend meetings and communicate with clients to understand project needs and stakeholder requirements
  • Take an active role in regional business development by helping to identify and win new business through networking, proposal preparation, and client presentations
  • Proactively seek state, federal, and other funding for clients

What we're looking for:

  • B.S. in Civil Engineering (or related field)
  • Professional Engineer (PE) registration in California (or ability to obtain such a license within three months)
  • 8 years of civil engineering experience
  • Proven ability to manage client relationships and lead multidisciplinary project teams
  • Project management experience including development of project proposals, scopes, budgets, and successful execution of engineering projects
  • Proven experience in project delivery processes that include conceptual through detailed design, process optimization, and opinions of probable cost, as well as constructability and quality assurance reviews
  • Ability to coordinate across engineering disciplines as required
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills, and strong interpersonal skills

Why you'll love working for us:

  • Flexible Schedule
  • Competitive Pay
  • Medical, Vision, Dental, and HSA
  • Generous PTO
  • 401K Plan including employer contribution
Apex Job Title: Project Manager

Req ID: 10889

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