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Water / Wastewater Project Manager, PE - Municipal in Sugar Grove

Date Posted: 24 October 2026

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Job Description

Our client, a well-respected municipal engineering consulting firm in the Chicago suburbs, is expanding its water and wastewater group and seeking a Project Manager to serve a loyal base of municipal clients.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage municipal water and wastewater projects from planning through construction
  • Lead underground utility design, system analysis, and hydraulic water modeling
  • Prepare facility plans, rate studies, and capital improvement plans
  • Serve as the main contact for municipal clients and public works staff
  • Manage budgets, schedules, and project teams

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license (Illinois preferred)
  • 5+ years of municipal water/wastewater experience
  • Current PM or ready to step into a PM role
  • Water modeling experience preferred

Why Join:

  • Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonus
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match and paid time off
  • Paid professional licensing, continuing education, and career development
  • Office-based PM role with strong municipal client relationships

GPAC is the recruiting partner for this confidential search. All inquiries are handled discreetly. Apply today to learn more.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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