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Project Engineer Manager - Water/Wastewater

Black & Veatch·Full Time·Posted August 28, 2026

Location
Rancho Cordova, CA + 1 more
Pay
$126k – $250k

Lead multidisciplinary water and wastewater infrastructure projects for an employee-owned engineering firm in Rancho Cordova.

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Job Summary

Black & Veatch is seeking a Project Engineering Manager to lead engineering execution for municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects in Rancho Cordova, California. This employee-owner role supports traditional and alternative delivery methods in a hybrid work environment.

Project Details

Projects include advanced treatment facilities, water and wastewater treatment plant upgrades and expansions, underground conveyance, and carbon-neutral infrastructure solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Lead multidisciplinary engineers and technicians through complex project deliverables.
  • Manage engineering budgets, schedules, quality requirements, and coordination across disciplines.
  • Prepare engineering calculations, technical deliverables, and equipment or material recommendations.
  • Coordinate client communication, address project concerns, and support change management and business development.
  • Review engineering work, mentor staff, and provide performance management for assigned personnel.

Required Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited program.
  • At least five years of related professional experience.
  • Engineering consulting experience and experience delivering multidisciplinary water and wastewater treatment projects are preferred.
  • Professional Engineer licensure is preferred, with professional registration or active pursuit of registration generally expected.

Compensation and Benefits

The California annual compensation range is $126,423-$249,522. Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, disability and wellness programs, paid time off, holidays, sick time, company-matched 401(k), tuition and adoption reimbursement, and potential performance-based bonuses. The company is 100% employee-owned through an ESOP, and relocation assistance is available.

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