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Water Resources Engineer, Project Manager

Your Talent Team
Charleston, WV Full Time
POSTED ON 10/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/13/2026

WHY THIS ROLE STANDS OUT

• Lead meaningful public infrastructure projects that directly impact communities across West Virginia

• Join a respected and growing engineering consulting firm with over 40 years of success

• High-visibility role with strong client interaction and leadership influence

• Opportunity to serve as the primary point of contact for key municipal clients

• Project-manager-driven culture with autonomy and ownership

• Strong emphasis on mentorship, collaboration, and professional development

• Family-oriented culture that values teamwork, integrity, and quality work

• Opportunity to help shape the future growth of the water resources division

•Flex Fridays — work your 40 hours by noon Friday and start your weekend early!

•If you live within 2-3 hours from Charleston, WV, you are eligible for a HYBRID situation


Position Overview

This is an opportunity to lead complex public water and wastewater infrastructure projects from planning

through construction while serving as a trusted advisor to municipalities, regulatory agencies, and project

stakeholders.

The Project Manager will oversee multidisciplinary project teams, provide technical leadership, manage

client relationships, and ensure projects are delivered on schedule and within budget. This individual will

play a key role in supporting the continued growth of the water resources practice throughout West Virginia.


Key Responsibilities

• Lead water and wastewater infrastructure projects from concept through construction

• Oversee project teams preparing engineering plans and specifications

• Provide technical leadership for civil engineering and utility infrastructure projects

• Manage project schedules, budgets, and overall client satisfaction

• Develop and maintain relationships with municipalities, funding agencies, and regulatory organizations

• Coordinate environmental studies, permitting efforts, and technical deliverables

• Attend and present at public meetings and stakeholder events

• Support construction administration activities including RFIs, submittals, and change orders

• Identify future project opportunities and support business development efforts• Mentor and coach junior engineering staff


Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required

• Experience with public water and sewer infrastructure projects in West Virginia

• Strong background in hydraulics, water resources, and water/wastewater treatment

• Proven leadership and project management abilities

• Strong communication and presentation skills

• Ability to work collaboratively while also operating independently

• Passion for delivering quality work and taking ownership of projects


Culture & Leadership

The organization values:

• Excellence

• Teamwork

• Leadership

• Integrity


The leadership team promotes a collaborative, servant-leadership style environment where employee input is valued and strong performance is recognized and rewarded.


Top performers within the organization are known for being:

• Problem solvers

• Driven professionals

• Team-oriented leaders

• Individuals who take ownership and initiative


Benefits Highlights

• All benefits, including: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance;401(k) with Company Match; Retirement & Profit Sharing Programs; Paid Vacation & Holidays; Tuition Assistance; Company-Paid Short & Long-Term Disability, 2 weeks paternity leave AND

• Professional Development & Structured Career Growth

• Relocation Assistance Available

Salary : $160,000 - $165,000

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