Engineering Manager, Civil Sewer and Water

parsons· 611 Parsons Transportation Group
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📍 US - NY, New YorkFull time💰 USD 134K–241K

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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking a highly experienced Engineering Manager to lead sewer and water main design supporting NYCDOT and NYCDDC infrastructure projects. This role requires a versatile civil engineer with extensive experience delivering complex NYCDEP sewer and water main design in support of large-scale transportation and infrastructure improvements.

The successful candidate will provide technical leadership for the design and delivery of sewer and water main infrastructure supporting road and highway projects, including sewer and water main alignment, hydraulic analysis, chamber and manifold design, drainage and dewatering system, utility conflict analysis and coordination, construction staging, and maintenance and protection of traffic (MPT).  The engineering manager will also serve as the key technical liaison among civil, structural, and geotechnical disciplines to ensure integrated and constructible design solutions.

The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in NYCDEP sewer and water main design, demonstrated leadership experience, strong technical and communication skill, and the ability to support a broad range of civil engineering design assignments.

Responsibilities

  • Lead sewer and water main design tasks, from feasibility studies and preliminary design through final design and construction support.
  • Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and quality oversight to civil engineers, designers, and multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Direct the preparation and review of engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, and construction drawings.
  • Lead the design and coordination of sewer and water main alignment, chambers, manifolds, drainage and dewatering, utility impacts, construction staging, and MPT for NYCDDC/NYCDOT projects.
  • Coordinate closely with roadway, structural, geotechnical, and other technical disciplines to develop integrated and constructible design solutions.
  • Support project delivery by identifying design risks, resolving technical issues, and coordinating with clients, agencies, contractors, and utility owners.
  • Ensure compliance with NYCDEP, NYCDOT, NYCDDC, and other applicable agency standards, specifications, and procedures.
  • Provide professional engineering seal and signature when required by contract.
  • Support business development, including the preparation of technical approaches, scope of work, and fee proposals for sewer and water main assignments.
  • Contribute to roadway and site design tasks and other civil engineering efforts as needed.
  • Assist other administrative and technical duties associated with this position as may be appropriate.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
  • 15+ years of related work experience in civil and transportation infrastructure projects
  • Professional Engineer (PE) registration is required
  • Extensive experience in NYCDEP sewer and water main design
  • Experience with NYCDOT and NYCDDC projects preferred
  • Strong knowledge with NYC agency standards, specifications, design procedures, and approval processes.

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range: $134,100.00 - $241,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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Frequently Asked Questions

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The listed salary for this Engineering Manager, Civil Sewer and Water position at parsons is USD 134K–241K. This is an Full time role.
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This Engineering Manager, Civil Sewer and Water role at parsons is based in US - NY, New York. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Engineering Manager, Civil Sewer and Water role in the 611 Parsons Transportation Group department at parsons.
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Engineering Manager, Civil Sewer and Water
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