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South Carolina Transportation Market Lead Transportation Project Manager – North Carolina Water/Wastewater Project Manager - PE Water/Wastewater Senior Project Manager

South Carolina Transportation Market Lead

Columbia, SC, USremote

Freese and Nichols is looking for a South Carolina Transportation Market Lead in the Columbia or Charleston, South Carolina offices. As South Carolina Transportation Market Lead, you will build, lead, and grow Freese and Nichols’ transportation platform across the state. You will serve as the firm’s senior transportation leader in South Carolina—shaping market strategy, leading pursuits, strengthening relationships with SCDOT and local agencies, and building a high-performing team as part of a long-term investment in the Carolinas. What You’ll Do Lead and grow Freese and Nichols’ transportation presence in South Carolina, with a primary focus on Columbia and statewide agency relationships Serve as a trusted partner to SCDOT and local agencies, maintaining a strong pulse on funding programs, priorities, and upcoming opportunities Partner with senior leadership on transportation pursuits, positioning, and long-range market strategy Build, mentor, and develop a transportation team, including project managers and technical staff Provide executive-level oversight on key transportation projects to ensure quality, performance, and client satisfaction Represent Freese and Nichols at industry conferences, agency meetings, and professional organizations Qualifications ================== Required: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline Professional Engineer (PE) license 8+ years of progressive transportation engineering experience Experience working with state DOTs and public-sector transportation agencies Preferred: Established relationships within the South Carolina transportation market Experience leading or growing a transportation practice or market sector * Prior involvement in major transportation pursuits or programs About Freese and Nichols ============================ At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values ( L earn continuously, E ngage as family, A ct with integrity, D eliver quality, and S erve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values. We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more. Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at Benefits That Work for You ), we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday. Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at Working at Freese and Nichols . Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. ### #LI-Hybrid

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Transportation Project Manager – North Carolina

Raleigh, NC, USremote

Freese and Nichols is looking for a Transportation Project Manager in the Raleigh or Winston-Salem, North Carolina offices . As a Transportation Project Manager, you will lead transportation projects for NCDOT and local agency clients, managing scope, schedule, budget, and quality. You will work closely with internal teams and clients while supporting the continued growth of Freese and Nichols’ transportation presence in North Carolina. What You’ll Do Manage transportation projects from concept through delivery, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget adherence Coordinate project teams, including engineers, designers, and subconsultants Maintain strong working relationships with NCDOT and local agencies Support quality control and technical review of project deliverables Assist with proposals and business development efforts as needed Qualifications ================== Required Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline Professional Engineer (PE) license 6+ years of transportation engineering experience Preferred * Experience working with NCDOT About Freese and Nichols ============================ At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values ( L earn continuously, E ngage as family, A ct with integrity, D eliver quality, and S erve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values. We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more. Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at Benefits That Work for You ), we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday. Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at Working at Freese and Nichols . Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. ### #LI-Hybrid

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Water/Wastewater Project Manager - PE

Greenville, SC, USremote

Freese and Nichols is currently searching for a Water/Wastewater Project Engineer/Project Manager in our Greenville, SC; Charlotte or Winston-Salem, NC offices . In this role, you will lead the analysis, design, construction administration, and preparation of technical reports, plans, and specifications for lift stations, pump stations, tanks, large diameter pipelines, treatment facilities, and other utility infrastructure. Prepare design calculations, design drawings, and specifications necessary for the most economical method of construction. Seal drawings and reports as required. Perform independent studies and prepare reports of results and conclusions in a clear, concise manner. Direct other engineers and technicians on assigned tasks and review and evaluate their results. Present and deliver final reports to clients. Maintain and utilize working knowledge of accepted engineering design standards and practices in the execution of design work that will meet the client’s needs and conform to firm standards. Coordinate the work of drafting personnel; technicians, or other engineers on technical matters pertinent to project assignments. Work toward keeping current tasks within schedule and budget to fit the needs of the project. Provide input and coordination with other departments. Provide data, as required, for cost estimating, and secure preliminary equipment costs for reviews. Investigate new methods and implement new ideas and/or procedures that will benefit the firm and its clients. Serve as Project Manager for projects that primarily require work within own group but may also require coordination with other groups and the client. Develop scope, fee and schedule for new projects awarded to the firm. Review contract related items in tandem with Group Manager. Qualifications ================== 4+ years related engineering experience Bachelors in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related field * PE licensure About Freese and Nichols ============================ At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values ( L earn continuously, E ngage as family, A ct with integrity, D eliver quality, and S erve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values. We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more. Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at Benefits That Work for You ), we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday. Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at Working at Freese and Nichols . Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. ### #LI-Hybrid

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Water/Wastewater Senior Project Manager

Charlotte, NC, USremote

Freese and Nichols is seeking a Transmission and Utilities Senior Project Manager to lead transformative water infrastructure projects from our Charlotte, North Carolina office. This pivotal role commands your expertise in project management and technical oversight throughout all phases—studies, design, and construction—focused on advancing water and sewer distribution systems, collection piping, and pump stations, with a strong emphasis on innovative design-build and collaborative project delivery methods. Join us to drive impactful solutions, lead diverse multidisciplinary teams, and play a key role in shaping the future of sustainable water infrastructure in thriving communities. Serve as senior project manager for water/sewer distribution/collection system piping, pump stations, and treatment plant projects Plan, execute, monitor, control and close projects using earned value management principles Provide supervision of multi-discipline teams of engineers, engineering technicians, GIS analysts, designers, CAD staff, sub-consultants, etc. Coordinate assigned work to ensure continuity, consistency, and quality. Design and review calculations of others and seal drawings and reports Ability to work independently and mentor junior staff Maintain effective communication with client, client’s staff, regulatory agencies and within project teams Participate in business development activities including engineering scope and fee preparation, proposal preparation, and marketing activities. Also, interaction and a commitment to client service for both internal and external clients Qualifications ================== Qualifications 15+ years’ experience in water/wastewater engineering and project management Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) Georgia Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to become registered within 6 months Demonstrated technical proficiency in hydraulics, industry standards, etc. Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a project team and oversee excellent quality of work Excellent written and oral communication skills Preferred Experience in design-build and collaborative project delivery About Freese and Nichols ============================ At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values. We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more. Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at https://www.freese.com/services/benefits-that-work/ ), we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday. Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at https://www.freese.com/careers/ . Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. ### #LI-Hybrid

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