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Project Manager 1- Water or Wastewater

Tighe & Bond
Woburn, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/9/2025 CLOSED ON 1/7/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager 1- Water or Wastewater position at Tighe & Bond?

We are committed to making a meaningful impact through our work. As a Project Manager 1, you will join our One Water Team in our Woburn, MA office, where you’ll play a key role in delivering vital infrastructure projects across the Northeast. Working with industry experts, you’ll tackle complex challenges that strengthen community resilience and advance environmental sustainability. At Tighe & Bond, you’ll find an engaging, hybrid work environment, a culture of collaboration, and the resources to support your professional growth and development.

Our One Water Team and Projects

Our team of 160 dedicated water professionals has earned multiple ACEC Engineering Excellence and ASCE Project Awards. We partner with private, state, and local government clients to enhance drinking water and wastewater infrastructure, ensuring reliable and sustainable systems for communities. As part of our team, you’ll help plan, design, and administer the construction of new and upgraded conveyance systems, treatment plants, and pump stations. You’ll support clients with capital improvement planning, hydraulic modeling, and asset management programs. Our work also includes Long-Term CSO Control Plans, Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plans, Integrated Water Resource Management Plans, and Sewer System Evaluation Studies—driving smarter, more resilient water solutions.

Responsibilities, Requirements, And Total Rewards

What You’ll Be Doing

Responsibilities

As a valuable part of our One Water Team, a Project Manager 1 will play a pivotal role in managing and delivering drinking water and wastewater infrastructure projects throughout the Northeast with responsibilities such as:

  • Manage projects from initial concept through construction completion, promoting adherence to technical, regulatory, and funding requirements
  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships and guiding them through funding options, permitting, and project execution
  • Supervise multidisciplinary teams, providing technical leadership, mentorship, and oversight for successful project delivery
  • Prepare and overseeing the development of construction documents, including permit applications, drawings, specifications, opinions of cost, and reports, while maintaining high-quality standards
  • Attend meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to address project needs and resolve design challenges
  • Manage budgets and schedules, keeping projects on track while meeting client expectations and industry best practices
  • Assist with business development, including proposal writing, scope, and budget development

What You’ll Need

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
  • Considerable consulting engineering experience with increasing responsibility in the water and wastewater industry
  • Licensure as a Professional Engineer
  • Demonstrated project management experience and strong technical skills
  • Strong leadership ability with a passion for managing and mentoring others
  • Clear, concise, and effective written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Requirements

  • Master’s degree in a relevant field
  • Familiarity with New England and New York wastewater regulations, permitting processes, and funding opportunities
  • Understanding of Revit use on multidisciplinary water and wastewater infrastructure projects
  • Experience in water and wastewater system design, including treatment plants, pump stations, conveyance systems, and asset management planning
  • Enthusiasm for learning and a self-motivated approach to professional growth
  • Additional licensure in multiple states to support diverse project needs

Your Financial And Wellness Benefits

  • Compensation is based on skills and experience as reflected in the pay range below
  • Annual Bonus, Profit Sharing, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Best in Class Medical Insurance
  • Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Wellness Rewards and Reimbursements
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Qualified Student Loan Paydown Contributions
  • Reimbursements for Licensure/ Certification Preparation and Fees
  • Summer Fridays Flextime and Hybrid Work Environment
  • Pet Insurance and Adoption Assistance

More Information About Tighe & Bond

Ways to Grow Your Career

We provide a structured career path with opportunities for professional development through tuition reimbursement, internal training, conference attendance, and professional memberships. Mentorship from more experienced staff is integral to our culture and part of our commitment to your growth.

Our Culture and Values

We prioritize the well-being of our employees, communities, and environment. We foster a flexible, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. Our six core values – Integrity, Excellence, Reliability, Commitment, Respect, and Safety – guide our employee-owned company in delivering exceptional service, building trust, and promoting continuous growth. Our team celebrates together at events like our annual Lobsterfest and gives back to our community through our award-winning Make a Difference program.

We believe one of our greatest strengths lies in our differences. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, with opportunities to thrive. By embracing a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we create and cultivate a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, that encourages creativity and drives innovation. We celebrate unique perspectives and strive to build a culture of belonging for all team members. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds as we work together to design a sustainable future for our communities.

More About Tighe & Bond

We are a leading employee-owned engineering, design, and environmental consulting firm, recognized for its commitment to excellence. With a team of over 600 professionals, we provide innovative solutions for land use, water resources, transportation, and environmental challenges throughout the Northeast. As a top 10 ENR New England Design Firm and the 2023 Employer of the Year from SMPS Boston, we are dedicated to building a more sustainable future.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Tighe & Bond, Inc. will base decisions on employment to further the principle of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to basing judgments concerning the employment of individuals on their qualifications, abilities, skills and experience. If accommodation is needed during the application process, please contact a member of the talent acquisition team.

Pay Range

USD $108,858.00 - USD $142,876.00 /Yr.

Salary : $108,858 - $142,876

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