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Water/Wastewater Senior Project Engineer

Veolia Environnement SA

Haworth, NJ, United States Full-time

Posted 29 Oct 2026 · Engineering

Job description

Job Description Position Purpose:  Responsible for the end-to-end delivery of complex, large-scale capital infrastructure projects. This role serves as a subject matter expert, managing critical projects that have significant impacts on Operational, Financial, and Regulatory objectives. The position coordinates cross-functional teams and works transversally across business units to ensure strategic alignment and project success. Primary Duties/Responsibilities:  Project Lifecycle Management: Oversee all phases of large-scale water/wastewater projects, from conceptual design and funding approvals through execution and project closeout. Execution Strategy: Drive efficiency in project delivery by monitoring key performance metrics and utilizing alternate procurement and delivery methods. Financial Stewardship: Manage complex project budgets, perform ongoing risk/opportunity assessments, and ensure financial accountability. Stakeholder & Change Management: Work transversally with corporate and local business units; act as a bridge between technical teams and leadership to ensure asset owner satisfaction. Compliance & Standards: Ensure all project designs adhere to corporate Technical, Environmental, and Health & Safety/Security standards. Permitting & Regulatory: Coordinate with local staff to manage environmental and governmental permitting processes. Reporting: Provide monthly status reports to management regarding project performance, risks, and milestone achievements. Continuous Improvement: Participate in the development of engineering design and delivery processes, and provide technical expertise for facility condition assessments. Work Environment: Ability to travel approximately 30-40% to business units as required. Work is conducted in both office and field/facility environments. Qualifications Education/Experience/Background:  Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering, or a related field. Minimum 10+ years of experience in managing large/complex water/wastewater design and construction projects (treatment plants, pumping stations, transmission/distribution). Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:  Thorough working knowledge of water/wastewater process applications and environmental regulatory frameworks. Project Management: Expert capability in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing complex projects. Leadership: Demonstrated "leadership by example" and ability to influence cross-functional teams. Analytical Skills: Strong financial analysis skills, including budget management and basic accounting. Systems Proficiency: Proficiency in MS Project, MS Office, and experience with performance monitoring tools (e.g., Oracle). Communication: Superior presentation and reporting skills; ability to communicate complex information to diverse stakeholder groups. Required Certification/Licenses/Training:  PMP and/or Construction Management certifications; Professional Engineer License (PE) is highly desired. Additional Information Pay Range: $125000 to $135000 per year. Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Sick leave – 56 hours; Observed Holidays – 11 days; Vacation – Flexible Time Off Eligible for up to 15% Annual Performance Bonus We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. Company Description Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.
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125,000–135,000 per year

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Pay Range: $125000 to $135000 per year.

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Haworth, NJ, United States
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Experience mentioned: 10+ years

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  • 400 Lake Shore Drive, Haworth, NJ, 07641, United States

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