Water/Wastewater Program Manager

Department: Water/Wastewater

Location: Atlanta, GA

Description

Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is hiring a Water/Wastewater Program Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of a high-profile, multi-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) valued at over $1.0 billion. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful execution of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, balancing technical excellence, stakeholder engagement, and fiscal responsibility. As a key leader, the Program Manager will oversee all aspects of program management while serving as a liaison among city officials, regulatory agencies, contractors, and the community. This is an extraordinary opportunity for a visionary leader to make a tangible impact on Atlanta's water infrastructure and the community it serves. If you are driven by challenges, committed to excellence, and ready to lead, we encourage you to apply.

Are you ready to inspire, engage and deliver? For almost 50 years Waggoner has delivered sound results through a culture of integrity, service and creativity to benefit our clients. Waggoner has more than doubled in size over the last five years and growth is expected to significantly increase through the addition of talented personnel.

What does that mean for you? Waggoner differentiates itself as a leader in growth strategy for water and disaster recovery, as well as providing full engineering services across 19 offices and 6 states; we need people who are inspired for future growth, engage as leaders in their respective fields, and deliver to both internal and external clients.

If you are tired of hearing "we've always done it this way"; if you have a work hard/play hard attitude; and if you enjoy working with a vast team of professionals across various disciplines, you will fit right into our culture.

Your Primary Responsibilities will include

Program Leadership

• Direct and manage the execution of a comprehensive 5-year CIP, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and community needs.


• Oversee all program phases, including planning, design, procurement, construction, and project closeout, ensuring milestones are achieved on time and within budget.

Project Management

• Develop and monitor project schedules, budgets, and resource plans to ensure timely and efficient project delivery.


• Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to avoid delays and budget overruns.


• Generate detailed progress reports and provide updates to key stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with internal departments, elected officials, regulatory bodies, community groups, and other stakeholders.


• Act as the primary point of contact for project-related inquiries and concerns, fostering trust and clear communication.

Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Ensure all projects comply with federal, state, and local regulations and industry standards.


• Establish and enforce rigorous quality assurance and quality control protocols throughout the project lifecycle.

Financial Management

• Oversee program budgets, ensuring the responsible allocation and management of public funds.


• Prepare funding requests, cost-benefit analyses, and financial updates for stakeholders.


• Identify and secure additional funding opportunities, including grants and public-private partnerships.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers, planners, and project managers.


• Promote a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the team.

What you'll need

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, Public Administration, or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred.


• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on water and wastewater systems.


• Proven success in overseeing complex capital improvement programs and teams with budgets exceeding $100 million.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6).


• In-depth knowledge of water and wastewater system design, construction, and maintenance principles.


• Familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations governing water infrastructure.

Leadership and Communication

• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of articulating complex information clearly to diverse audiences.


• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing multidisciplinary teams and driving consensus among diverse stakeholders.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based with frequent travel to project sites.


• Occasional evening or weekend meetings to engage with stakeholders and community groups.


• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required.

This is an extraordinary opportunity for a visionary leader to make a tangible impact on Atlanta's water infrastructure and the community it serves. If you are driven by challenges, committed to excellence, and ready to lead, we encourage you to apply.





Why Join Our Team

We know work isn't only about what you do, it's also about who you work for and with! Waggoner Engineering provides a fun, family-friendly, and multicultural work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• WEI Incentive Program


• Healthy Workplace Program


• Employee Referral Bonus


• Competitive Health Benefits


• Career Development and Training


• Flexible/Hybrid Schedule


• Community Service Opportunities


• Worldwide Travel Assistance

Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.