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MBWWA

Lead, Project Delivery Engineer

Pacific Grove, CA · On-site

$100K - $164K/yr

Job Title: Lead, Project Delivery Engineer | Pacific Grove, CA Compensation: Base Salary Range: $100,260-$164,860 per year. Eligible for annual incentive pay and opportunity for salary growth.

Lonza

Director, Project Delivery

Vacaville, CA

$185K - $308K/yr

This role offers the opportunity to drive complex engineering projects from concept to completion while contributing to the delivery of therapies that improve lives. This is a fully sitebased role.

Lonza

Director, Project Delivery

Vacaville, CA · On-site

$185K - $308K/yr

This role offers the opportunity to drive complex engineering projects from concept to completion while contributing to the delivery of therapies that improve lives. This is a fully site-based role.

Ushur, Inc.

Project Delivery Manager

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$179K - $190K/yr

Track and manage projects and delivery performance, focusing on customer satisfaction, measurable ... Strong engineering background, preferred in fields such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Software ...

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How much do project delivery engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for project delivery engineer in California is $45.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.14 and $59.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Project Delivery Engineer vs Construction Engineer?

AspectProject Delivery EngineerConstruction Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, PMP or similar certifications often preferredBachelor's in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, relevant state licenses
Work EnvironmentDesign, planning, project management in various industriesOn-site construction, project supervision, site management
Employer & Industry UsageEngineering firms, construction companies, infrastructure projectsConstruction firms, contracting companies, infrastructure projects

While both roles involve engineering expertise, Project Delivery Engineers focus on managing project timelines, budgets, and coordination during the delivery phase, often working in office settings. Construction Engineers are more involved in on-site supervision, ensuring construction activities meet design specifications and safety standards. Both roles require engineering credentials but differ in daily tasks and work environments.

What is the role of a project delivery engineer?

A project delivery engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing engineering projects to ensure they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. They often work with cross-functional teams, utilize project management tools, and ensure technical requirements are met throughout the project lifecycle.

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Infographic showing various Project Delivery Engineer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 62% Full Time, 32% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,159 per year, or $45.7 per hour.

Lead, Project Delivery Engineer

Pacific Grove, CA • On-site

MBWWA
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$100K - $164K/yr

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Job description

Job Title: Lead, Project Delivery Engineer | Pacific Grove, CA

Compensation: Base Salary Range: $100,260–$164,860 per year. Eligible for annual incentive pay and opportunity for salary growth.

Primary Role: The Lead, Project Delivery Engineer is responsible for managing all project delivery activities for multiple water and wastewater utility system capital projects or programs, including selection and management of consulting engineering firms, technical reviews of design packages, developing technical bid packages, and managing construction activities. Responsibilities may also include technical partnering and supervision over consulting engineers, contractors, technicians, and/or CAD operators.

Key Accountabilities
  • Lead and manage multiple water and wastewater engineering projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
  • Drive efficiency into project delivery through the monitoring of delivery metrics (unit costs, target costs vs. actual, etc.) and pursuit of more effective delivery and procurement approaches.
  • Delivery of assigned Capital Projects and/or programs in accordance with policies and procedures set in the Capital Investment Management (CIM) system to meet asset needs.
  • Ensure Asset Owner satisfaction in accordance with the scope of work agreed upon for each project. Interact with Operations personnel to ensure project delivery program meets operation’s needs. Coordinate with operations personnel on operational impacts related to project delivery program.
  • Interact with internal stakeholders and external governmental agencies to coordinate land acquisition, easements, rights of ways, permits, certificates, and other project approvals for assigned projects and programs.
  • Ensure compliance with established regulatory criteria, specifications and standards.
Knowledge / Skills
  • Demonstrated knowledge of engineering design theory and practice.
  • Familiarity with project management, construction and contract management, water and wastewater facilities, and utility operations.
  • Knowledge of current trends in water quality and treatment and other aspects of the water industry.
  • Familiarity with environmental regulatory requirements and trends impacting the water industry.
  • Sound business acumen and judgment.
  • Effective quantitative and analytical skills; attention to detail.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills (e.g., report writing, listening, and presentation).
  • Strong interpersonal skills (e.g., tact/diplomacy, persuasion, team building, cooperation, leadership, ability to motivate others).
  • Financial analysis skills, including budget management, business modeling, and basic accounting knowledge.
Experience / Education
  • 8+ years of experience in engineering design, planning, construction, project delivery and/or project management.
  • Water system and wastewater collection system hydraulic modeling experience is a plus.
Certifications / Licenses
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Professional Engineer (PE) required
  • Primarily in the office with occasional work in the field at water/wastewater facilities to conduct site investigations and participate in on‑site project kick‑off/review meetings.
Travel Requirements
  • Up to 20%, as required.
Competencies
  • Champions safety
  • Customer obsessed
  • Cultivates innovation
  • Nimble learning
  • Drives results
  • Collaborates
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

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