Water/Wastewater Project Manager

About this role

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we’re building more than a consulting and engineering firm—we’re creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you’ll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.

Fueled by high quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.

As we continue to grow, we’re focused on building a team of high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, and push what’s possible. At Apex, you don’t just join a company, you help shape what comes next.

Your Responsibilities as a Project Manager:

• Project management assistance on several types of utility projects including client coordination, contract negotiation, developing and maintaining project schedules, and maintaining project budgets.

• Supervising CAD designers and project coordination with other departments, professions, and agencies.

• Supervising permit technicians and administration in completing permit applications and moving permit application process forward.

• Construction observations, preparing field observation reports of construction activity, and witnessing critical tasks during construction.

• Project coordination and communication with construction managers, contractors, owners, construction inspectors, and permitting agencies.

• Writing technical reports, letters, project summaries, and emails.

• Water and wastewater plant design preferred.

• Ability to work both in the field and in office settings.

What we're looking for:

• Civil Engineer with 5 years of local experience in civil engineering utility projects with a Florida P.E. for at least 1 year.

• Strong written and verbal skills are required.

• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, and Outlook Preferred.

• Position requires contact with clients and regulatory agencies.

• Must have an excellent driving record and have a valid Florida driver’s license as driving is an essential part of the position.

• Sponsorship not available now or in the future.

Why you'll love working with us:

• Company-subsidized medical and dental

• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability

• 401k match, tuition assistance, and more

• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects

• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives

• Working with the best and brightest in the industry

• 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US