Conveyance Engineer - Project Manager

Tetra Tech, Inc.•Irvine, CA

45d•$126,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Tetra Tech's Water Team in Irvine to shape, modernize, and safeguard municipal and regional water infrastructure across Orange County and beyond. As a Conveyance Engineer - Project Manager, you'll lead a team that specializes in the engineering of public water systems to upgrade aging infrastructure, provide sustainable solutions, and deliver innovative approaches that preserve safe and reliable water delivery for California. Why Tetra Tech: At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world. Your Impact: Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
Registration as a Professional Civil or Mechanical Engineer required (California PE preferred, or ability to obtain within six months).
10+ years of experience with water/wastewater conveyance systems, including demonstrated success leading large, complex projects and multi-disciplinary teams.
Strong business development skills and proficiency in project management tools, including Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and Bluebeam.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel approximately 10%.
Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats.
Ability to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
Experience managing conveyance projects for municipal utilities within California.
Familiarity with trenchless technologies, pipeline condition assessment, and asset management programs.
Active participation in professional organizations such as AWWA, ASCE, or WEF.

Responsibilities

Lead major water and wastewater conveyance projects and programs from planning through construction.
Collaborate closely with external clients and stakeholders to support decision-making and oversee program schedules and budgets.
Manage large, interdisciplinary teams of internal staff and subconsultants to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions.
Provide technical solutions focused on water distribution and transmission mains, pump stations, large-diameter pipelines, tunnels, wells, storage tanks, wastewater lift stations, trunk and force mains, and collection systems.
Deliver comprehensive contract documentation for construction that achieves client goals and maximizes benefits to municipalities and utilities.
Provide technical expertise and leadership to develop relationships with clients and decision makers, and to support marketing and business development activities including pursuits, proposals, and project interviews.
Mentor professionals and grow the team by identifying, recruiting, and developing high-quality talent.