Project Manager 2- Wastewater

Tighe & Bond•Portland, ME

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are committed to making a meaningful impact through our work. As a Project Manager 2, you will join our Wastewater Team in our Potland, ME or Portsmouth, NH offices9, where you’ll play a key role in delivering vital infrastructure projects across the Northeast. Working with industry experts, you’ll tackle complex challenges that strengthen community resilience and advance environmental sustainability. At Tighe & Bond, you’ll find an engaging, hybrid work environment, a culture of collaboration, and the resources to support your professional growth and development. Our Wastewater Team and Projects At Tighe & Bond, you’ll work alongside some of the industry’s most respected wastewater professionals—recognized through multiple ACEC Engineering Excellence and ASCE Project Awards. Our team delivers innovative, cost-effective solutions that protect public health, restore ecosystems, and strengthen critical infrastructure. You’ll contribute to projects that span the full lifecycle—from facility planning, permitting, and asset management to the design and construction of treatment plants, pump stations, and resilient conveyance systems. Our portfolio includes Long-Term CSO Control Plans, Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plans, Integrated Water Resource Management Plans, and Sewer System Evaluation Studies. With our deep expertise in hydraulic modeling, nutrient removal, resiliency upgrades, and sustainable system design, you’ll be part of a team setting the standard for excellence and building smarter, stronger communities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
Considerable consulting engineering experience with increasing responsibility in the wastewater industry
Licensure as a Professional Engineer
Demonstrated project management experience and strong technical skills
Strong leadership ability with a passion for managing and mentoring others
Clear, concise, and effective written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a relevant field
Familiarity with New England and New York wastewater regulations, permitting processes, and funding opportunities
Understanding of Revit use on multidisciplinary wastewater infrastructure projects
Experience in wastewater system design, including treatment plants, pump stations, conveyance systems, and asset management planning
Enthusiasm for learning and a self-motivated approach to professional growth
Additional licensure in multiple states to support diverse project needs

Responsibilities

Managing projects from initial concept through construction completion, promoting adherence to technical, regulatory, and funding requirements
Acting as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships and guiding them through funding options, permitting, and project execution
Supervising multidisciplinary teams, providing technical leadership, mentorship, and oversight for successful project delivery
Preparing and overseeing the development of construction documents, including permit applications, drawings, specifications, opinions of cost, and reports, while maintaining high-quality standards
Attending meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to address project needs and resolve design challenges
Managing budgets and schedules, keeping projects on track while meeting client expectations and industry best practices
Assisting with business development, including proposal writing, scope, and budget development