Sr. Project Engineer (Spring, TX)

Location: Spring, Texas

Country: United States

Category: Engineering

Workplace Location: Onsite

Employment Type: Direct Hire/Perm

Posted Date: August 10, 2026

Job ID: 650642

Job Description


Job Title: Sr. Project Engineer III
Location: Spring, TX 
Pay: $150-160K/year + 10% STI + 10% LTI (possible flex) 
Relocation: Yes 
Work Schedule: Onsite 
Job summary

 Seeking a skilled Project Engineer III to lead capital projects across East Texas. You will manage design teams, prepare bid documents, and ensure design concepts meet reliability, safety, and regulatory standards.

The role requires a PE license in Texas or ability to obtain within 6 months, plus 6+ years in water/wastewater with project budgets over $1M. Travel and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related engineering field.
  • Professional Engineer's License (PE) in the State of Texas or ability to achieve within 6 months of hire.
  • 6+ years of professional experience in water and/or wastewater and budget management of projects over $1M; wastewater preferred.
  • Project Management experience preferred; PMI Certification a plus.
  • Experience conducting field testing, data collection programs, and master planning for water distribution systems.
  • Current Driver's License and ability to drive to project sites within the region.
Responsibilities
  • Provide direct project management support in the design and construction management of capital projects.
  • Manage third party consulting design firms.
  • Prepare technical, bidding and contractual documents for capital investments.
  • Oversee scope and quality of work to meet design concepts, standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Serve as a senior technical manager for water and wastewater treatment design and reviews.
  • Conduct process evaluations and facility inspections to identify capital improvements.
  • Develop standards and guidance for water and wastewater design and operation.
  • Support Capital Planning and Asset Management to align with state needs.
The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation - connecting the right people with the right opportunities.  Named one of the fastest-growing private companies in the US, The Planet Group operates with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results - building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.

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The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation – connecting the right people with the right opportunities in the areas of technology, engineering, accounting & finance, digital marketing, and manufacturing.

As one of the largest staffing companies in the US, we operate with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results – building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.

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