Water & Wastewater Engineer

Senior Civil Engineer – Water & Wastewater
Location: Savannah, GA
Industry: Civil Engineering & Municipal Infrastructure
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Our Client

Our client is a trusted civil engineering consulting firm known for delivering high-impact municipal infrastructure projects across the Southeast. With a collaborative, multidisciplinary team—including engineers, planners, landscape architects, and surveyors—they bring deep expertise and a holistic approach to the planning, design, and delivery of public sector infrastructure.

Their focus on quality, community impact, and long-term client relationships makes them a preferred partner for cities and municipalities tackling complex water and wastewater challenges.

This opportunity offers the chance to step into a leadership role on a high-performing team, while also helping to shape the future of vital water infrastructure in the region.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Civil Engineer to lead the planning, design, and management of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This individual will be responsible for both technical execution and business development—working closely with municipal clients, regulatory agencies, and multidisciplinary project teams to ensure successful project outcomes from concept to completion.

The ideal candidate will bring strong engineering acumen, client-facing experience, and a desire to mentor junior staff while advancing into a strategic leadership role.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design of water and wastewater treatment facilities and linear pipeline infrastructure

• Collaborate with internal teams—including engineers, planners, landscape architects, and surveyors—to prepare master plans, construction documents, cost estimates, and technical reports

• Provide engineering design services and perform calculations for treatment systems and conveyance networks

• Develop Basis of Design Reports that meet regulatory standards and client expectations

• Coordinate with permitting agencies, utility providers, and stakeholders to move projects toward approval

• Review and update technical specifications, ensuring quality, constructability, and compliance

• Assist in preparing Statements of Qualifications, proposals, and fee estimates alongside the marketing and project management teams

• Support project managers in delivering high-quality, cost-effective, and timely engineering solutions

• Present project updates to clients, stakeholders, and the public as needed

• Actively contribute to business development and client relationship management in the municipal sector

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline (ABET-accredited)

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

• Proven experience in water/wastewater infrastructure projects for municipal clients

• Strong understanding of regulatory permitting, design standards, and approval processes

• Excellent communication skills, including public speaking and client interaction

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

• High ethical standards, strong work ethic, and self-motivation

• Desire to mentor, train, and lead engineering staff in a consulting environment

Preferred Software Proficiency

• Autodesk Civil 3D

• WaterCAD

• SewerCAD

• ArcGIS