Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer

Company: CAS Consulting Services (Represented by Luxus Group Recruiting)
Location: Austin, TX (with projects in Central & South Texas)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $132,000 – $159,500 annually (DOE)
Total Compensation Package: $145,000 – $175,000+ (including bonuses, retirement, and benefits)

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer to lead and manage critical water and wastewater projects throughout Austin, San Antonio, Houston, and Dallas. This position offers the opportunity to direct a growing Water/Wastewater team, contribute technical expertise, and manage high-profile projects for municipalities and regional agencies across Texas.

You’ll be responsible for guiding projects from concept through construction, ensuring technical and financial success, while mentoring engineers and collaborating with clients and regulatory agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and management of water/wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, lift stations, and distribution/collection systems.

• Establish project sequencing, create Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), and oversee projects from inception to completion.

• Manage multiple projects concurrently, coordinating across teams, clients, and sub-consultants.

• Oversee regulatory compliance, quality control systems, and infrastructure rehabilitation.

• Mentor and develop engineers and technical staff to deliver projects on time and within budget.

• Prepare plans, specifications, cost estimates, schedules, and permits for design projects.

• Collaborate with CAD teams to coordinate detailed drawings.

• Support business development by preparing proposals, marketing materials, and client presentations.

• Partner with the finance team on fee proposals, forecasting, invoicing, and reporting.

• Travel occasionally between Austin and San Antonio for project needs.

Required Qualifications

• Education: B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field (M.S. preferred).

• Experience: 10+ years in water/wastewater engineering (8+ with M.S.).

• Licensure: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Texas, held for at least 3 years.

• Leadership: Proven ability as a design lead or project manager.

• Technical Expertise: Design and construction of water/wastewater treatment facilities, collection/distribution systems, and rehabilitation projects.

• Software: Proficiency in hydraulic modeling and water/wastewater analysis tools.

• Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal, communication, and team leadership abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Local experience with City of Austin, Travis County, Bexar County, SAWS, San Antonio River Authority, and other Texas municipalities/agencies.

• TxDOT pre-certifications.

What We Offer

• Above-market salary \+ performance-based incentives.

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and disability coverage.

• Hybrid/flexible work options in a collaborative culture.

• Private headquarters building with on-site amenities including a gym and full-sized offices.

• Professional growth through training, advancement, and leadership opportunities.

• A family-oriented culture with 25+ years of proven success in Texas infrastructure projects.

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