Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager-Team Lead

Job Description

Why join us?

AtkinsRéalis is growing fast in the U.S.—and there’s never been a more exciting time to be part of our journey.

We’re committed to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. That means creating solutions that matter, and building a workplace where every voice is heard, every perspective counts, and everyone belongs.

By connecting people, data, and technology across our global network, we’re tackling some of the world’s most complex challenges. And we’re looking for passionate, driven professionals like you to help shape what’s next.

Let’s build the future—together.

We are seeking a Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager-Team Lead to join our team in Los Angeles, CA.

About Us

AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. For over 50 years, we’ve partnered with public and private clients across the U.S. to deliver infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management. Our depth and breadth of expertise enables us to tackle the most technically complex and time-sensitive projects—driving innovation, resilience, and real-world impact where it matters most.

How will you contribute to the team?

• Developing Technical Engineering Documents including Reports, Specifications, Permits, Cost Estimates, Quantities, and Construction Plans.
• Leading engineering and planning work by completing well-defined tasks.These tasks may include collection and analysis of data using established procedures, performance of calculations, and participation in evaluating the feasibility of alternate solutions.
• Performing data acquisition and analysis, researching the feasibility of alternative design approaches, site conditions, and/or regulatory agency specifications or regulations.
• Organizing and performing engineering assessments, investigations and planning work.
• Performing quality control, maintaining quality standards in work produced, checking calculations and reviews design drawings.
• Preparing material for reports and permit applications, gathering information, writing rough outline, and/or preparing work progression documents and graphic presentations.
• Preparing outlines, reports and/or assigned sections of reports.
• Preparing outlines, presentations and/or assigned sections of presentations.
• Performing field observations of construction procedures where appropriate.
• Leading the design and development of plans and drawings, including development of preliminary layouts through to final drawings.
• Contributing to the development of specifications and permit applications and writing miscellaneous reports.
• Coordinating with other disciplines as required.
• Upholding engineering ethics and professional standards of conduct.
• Work closely with other units of the company to develop marketing and business development strategies to target client and business opportunities in the Southern California area.

What will you contribute?

• B.S. or M.S. in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical or Environmental Engineering. The typical incumbent has ten to fifteen years of experience in project production and technical professional activities, six of these working as a project manager.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong technical writing and communications skills with proficiency in public speaking and presentations are a requirement.
• Ability to process paper/electronic documents and utilize computer equipment; ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing; ability to visit project sites if necessary. Job also requires ability to plan, prioritize and review project plans and documents, evaluate alternatives, and devise appropriate solutions.
• Process, pump station and treatment plant experience are required.
• PC skills including Microsoft Office is required. Experience with Civil 3D a plus.
• P.E. license in the state of California is required.

What we offer at AtkinsRéalis:

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, e