Water Lead Designer - Project Manager

Consor Engineers•Draper, UT

2d•$120,000 - $160,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Water Design Lead – Project Manager, you will lead the planning, design, and delivery of municipal infrastructure projects from concept through construction. This role is aligned with either our Stormwater Design Team or our Water / Wastewater Design Team, depending on your technical background and experience. You will serve as a technical and project delivery leader within your specialty, while collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team that supports roadway, structural, geotechnical, and utility components as needed. At Consor, you’ll work in a collaborative, flexible environment that values leadership, initiative, and professional growth. This role provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, mentor emerging engineers, and contribute to the continued growth of our water-focused practices. Salary Range: $120,000 – $160,000, dependent on experience Compensation for candidates with significant experience beyond the minimum requirements may be considered above this range.

Requirements

8+ years of experience in stormwater, water & wastewater, or water resources engineering
Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, Construction Management, or a related engineering discipline
Professional Engineer (PE) license (required)
Strong technical foundation aligned with your design team focus: Hydrology, hydraulics, and drainage or Municipal water and wastewater infrastructure
Proficiency in OpenRoads, Civil 3D, and/or AutoCAD(OpenRoads preferred; training available)
Proven ability to lead teams, communicate with clients, and manage projects effectively

Nice To Haves

Experience with HEC‑HMS, HEC‑RAS, SWMM, StormCAD, or similar tools (preferred, not required)
FEMA floodplain mapping and agency coordination experience (preferred)
UDOT or Mountain West municipal project experience (a plus)

Responsibilities

Serve as Project Manager for municipal infrastructure projects within: Stormwater and drainage, or Water and wastewater conveyance and treatment systems
Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and staffing to meet contractual and client expectations
Act as the primary point of contact for clients, agencies, and stakeholders
Support business development efforts, including proposals, interviews, and ongoing client engagement
Identify project risks early and proactively develop mitigation strategies
Provide senior-level technical oversight within your assigned design team.
Review and approve plans, specifications, engineering reports, and technical memoranda
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Prepare and review probable construction cost estimates
Coordinate closely with roadway, structural, geotechnical, and utility disciplines
Support construction administration activities, including RFIs, submittals, and field coordination
Assist with resolving construction-related issues as needed
Mentor and supervise engineers and designers within your project teams
Perform technical reviews and uphold quality control standards
Foster professional development and knowledge sharing within your design team

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement program, paid professional training, major license achievement bonus, extensive on-demand learning center, and paid professional memberships.
Industry-competitive PTO, seven paid holidays and two floating holidays, flexible work schedules, paid parental leave, and eligibility for hybrid and remote work options for some employees based on role responsibilities.
Medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and HSA and FSA options.
Employer-paid STD and LTD, employer-paid term life insurance, and retirement 401(k) with company match.
Quarterly social events, paid group volunteering events, and employee networks and groups.

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