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Project Manager - Water Resources

NPAworldwide
Nashville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/18/2026
Job Description

As a Water Resource Engineer in the Nashville, TN office, youll lead and contribute to a wide range of projects, including stormwater management, environmental permitting, MS4 compliance, watershed planning, and municipal engineering. Youll work alongside a multidisciplinary team of passionate experts, delivering innovative solutions tailored to our clients needs, while supporting a shared vision for balanced growth.

Key Responsibilities

Lead environmental planning and permitting efforts for complex transportation and infrastructure projects, integrating water resource considerations

Interpret and apply local, state, and federal environmental regulations to ensure compliance throughout project lifecycles

Advise and support municipalities in developing and implementing environmental policies, technical standards, design manuals, and procedural guidelines

Oversee quality assurance and control for technical deliverables, including engineering reports, permit applications, and design documentation

Develop and manage scopes of services, budgets, invoicing, and financial forecasting for water resource and environmental projects

Provide technical mentorship, training, and performance oversight for junior and mid-level engineering staff

Lead client engagement and business development initiatives, including proposal preparation, relationship management, and strategic growth planning

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree or higher in Civil, Environmental, or Biosystems Engineering, or a closely related discipline
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Tennessee, or ability to obtain licensure within a reasonable timeframe
  • 10 years of experience in environmental compliance, permitting, and water resource engineering
  • Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying environmental regulations including Clean Water Act and state-specific permitting frameworks on transportation or infrastructure projects
  • Established professional relationships with Tennessee regulatory agencies, municipal governments, and county authorities
  • Proven leadership experience mentoring and developing junior engineering staff

Additional Preferred Qualifications

  • Exceptional project management skills including task delegation, scheduling, budgeting, and resource optimization
  • Experience managing staff utilization and allocating resources to deliver high-quality, client-focused projects
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey technical concepts across multiple platforms
  • Collaborative mindset with experience leading multidisciplinary teams and engaging in creative problem-solving and critical analysis

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

Employee owned firm who are consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record.

They have a variety of Employee Resource Groups focused on giving back to the communities in which we work. They are focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway.

They care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. They have a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

There is a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

Their Nashville office, located in Franklin, TN, is home to a passionate and growing team of professionals. Just minutes from downtown Nashville, Franklin offers small-town charm with easy access to all that Nashville has to offer. Known for top-rated schools and welcoming neighborhoods, the area is a great place to grow both personally and professionally. From outdoor adventures and live music to professional sports and world-class dining, Middle Tennessee offers something for everyone.

Salary Type : Annual Salary

Salary Min : $ 100000

Salary Max : $ 140000

Currency Type : USD

Salary : $100,000 - $140,000

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