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Lead Civil / Environmental Project Engineer – Water & Wastewater (FE or PE)

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc., Downingtown, PA, United States


Lead Civil / Environmental Project Engineer – Water & Wastewater (FE or PE)

Chester County, PA | Growing Engineering Firm | High-Impact Municipal Projects
Make an Impact Where It Matters

Join a fast-growing, client-focused engineering firm solving real-world water and wastewater challenges across southeastern Pennsylvania. If you’re an engineer who wants more ownership, visibility, and the chance to lead meaningful infrastructure projects—not just support them—this role is built for you.
Why This Role Stands Out

Leadership Track:

Step into a lead role with the ability to guide projects and mentor junior staff
Project Variety:

Work across water, wastewater, stormwater, and infrastructure systems
Client-Facing Impact:

Be a trusted advisor to municipalities and public agencies
Growth Environment:

Join a small expanding team where your contributions are visible and valued
End-to-End Exposure:

From concept and design through permitting and construction
What You’ll Do

Lead and support

design, permitting, and execution

of water and wastewater infrastructure projects
Prepare and review

engineering reports, calculations, and construction drawings
Manage

project budgets, schedules, and deliverables

across multiple active projects
Perform and support

hydraulic and water system modeling
Coordinate with

multidisciplinary teams

(engineering, field, and municipal stakeholders)
Support

permitting efforts

including NPDES, WQM, and PA Act 537 planning
Contribute to

proposals, client presentations, and business development efforts
Assist with

construction oversight and field coordination
Lead smaller projects independently while supporting larger capital programs
What You Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
FE required ;

PE or ability to obtain within 6 months strongly preferred
Experience in

water/wastewater design, infrastructure, or municipal engineering
Proficiency with

AutoCAD and/or MicroStation
Familiarity with

WaterCAD, SewerCAD, EPA-SWMM, or similar modeling tools

is a plus
Ability to interpret

GIS, survey data, and engineering drawings
Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Valid U.S. driver’s license and willingness to travel locally as needed
What You’ll Work On

Potable water systems, treatment, and distribution
Wastewater collection, conveyance, and treatment systems
Pump stations, pipelines, and sewer networks
Wet weather projects (CSO/SSO mitigation)
Environmental compliance and permitting
Feasibility studies and infrastructure planning
Competitive salary based on experience
Medical and disability insurance
Retirement plan with company contributions (SEP/IRA)
Paid time off and vacation
Professional growth and development support
Who Thrives Here

Engineers who are

self-driven, technically strong, and ready to take ownership . If you want to move beyond task execution and into

project leadership with real client impact , you’ll fit right in.
To apply, send your resume to PD@LibertyJobs.com

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