• Engineering Project Manager

    Actalent (Orange, CA)


    Senior Water/Wastewater Engineering Project Manager

     

    Salary Range: $160,000 – $180,000

     

    Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

    About the Role

    Are you a seasoned civil engineer ready to step into a leadership role with a clear path to Principal? This position blends project management, technical oversight, and business development—ideal for someone who thrives on strategic leadership and technical excellence.

     

    You’ll lead complex wastewater and water infrastructure projects (approximately 75% wastewater), mentor project managers and junior engineers, and ensure technical quality across all deliverables. If you’re passionate about shaping infrastructure and guiding teams, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

    About the Company

    We are a leading environmental engineering and consulting firm dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure. With decades of experience serving public agencies and municipalities, we pride ourselves on combining technical excellence with a collaborative, client-focused approach.

     

    Our culture emphasizes integrity, teamwork, and professional growth. We invest in our people through mentorship, advanced training, and clear career progression opportunities—including a defined path to Principal for high-performing leaders. If you’re looking for a company that values expertise, fosters innovation, and makes a tangible impact on communities, you’ll feel right at home here.

    What You’ll Do

    + Leadership & Oversight:

    + Direct and mentor project managers and junior staff.

    + Provide technical oversight and stamp design drawings.

    + Occasionally engage in hands-on design and project bidding.

    + Project Management:

    + Manage large-scale wastewater and water infrastructure projects.

    + Ensure projects meet timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

    + Client Development:

    + Interface with public agencies and clients.

    + Develop new work and maintain existing relationships (book of business not required).

    What We’re Looking For

    + Qualifications:

    + Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

    + Bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited civil or mechanical engineering program.

    + Extensive experience in process engineering and project management.

    + Technical Expertise:

    + Strong background in wastewater infrastructure, sewer systems, and water/stormwater treatment design.

    + Ability to review and approve design packages; Civil 3D familiarity is a plus.

    + Attributes for Success:

    + Proven leadership and mentoring skills.

    + Ability to balance technical oversight with business development.

    + Comfortable with occasional site visits (mostly Southern California).

    Nice-to-Have Skills

    + Experience with public agencies.

    + Broad technical background in water/wastewater/stormwater systems.

    + Familiarity with permitting and regulatory compliance.

     

    Ready to Take the Next Step?If you’re looking for a leadership role with growth potential and the chance to make a meaningful impact on critical infrastructure projects, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join a team that values expertise, collaboration, and innovation.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Orange, CA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $160000.00 - $180000.00/yr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Orange,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 16, 2026.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.