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Municipal Water/Wastewater PM – Leadership Opportunity (PE Preferred)
Salary: $100,000 – $150,000 per year performance bonus
Location: Lebanon, PA
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: On-Site | Flex-Time Hours Available
SESI is seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Project Manager to join our civil engineering consulting team in Lebanon, Pennsylvania. This is an on-site position supporting the planning, design, permitting, and construction of municipal water supply, water treatment, sanitary sewer, and wastewater systems.
This role offers strong long-term career growth, with anticipated retirements creating advancement opportunities within the next 1-3 years.
Why Join SESI?
This position offers more than just project management — it offers a career path. You’ll have the opportunity to:
- Work directly with municipalities and authorities
- Lead impactful water and wastewater infrastructure improvements
- Gain visibility with firm leadership and clients
- Advance quickly into senior project management and leadership roles
- Enjoy a flexible work environment with strong benefits and long-term stability
Key Responsibilities
- Design water distribution, pumping, and treatment systems
- Design sanitary sewer collection, pumping, and wastewater treatment facilities
- Prepare and submit permit applications to local, state, and federal agencies
- Perform process and hydraulic calculations for equipment sizing and selection
- Conduct hydraulic modeling for water and wastewater systems
- Prepare feasibility studies, engineering evaluations, and technical reports
- Develop contract drawings, technical specifications, and cost estimates
- Provide construction-phase engineering services, including:
- Contractor submittal reviews
- RFIs and pay request processing
- Job conferences and field coordination
- Oversee construction and installation of water/wastewater facilities
- Prepare user rate and tapping fee studies
- Assist with proposal development, project scope, and fee preparation
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (or related field)
- PE license (or ability to obtain)
- Experience in water and wastewater facility design and/or construction
- Knowledge of environmental regulations and industry standards
- Proficiency with CAD and hydraulic modeling software
- Strong computer skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Preferred (but not required):
- Municipal consulting experience
- Familiarity with PADEP permitting processes
- Interest in mentoring and future leadership responsibilities
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $100,000 – $150,000/year (based on experience)
- Performance and discretionary bonus opportunities
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Health, Dental, Vision, HSA, Life, and Disability insurance
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 401(k) with company contributions
- Employee Referral Program
- Flex-time work hours
- Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate.
SESI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Interested candidates may apply confidentially or reach out directly to the SESI leadership team for an informal conversation.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- water/wastewater engineering: 6 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Professional Engineer (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Lebanon, PA 17042 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Lebanon, PA 17042: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $100,000 - $150,000