wastewater project manager

<div><div>Project Manager (Water / Wastewater)
 - (189989)</div><div><div>
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? 
 
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' 
 
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. 
 
HDR is looking for a Project Manager with a background in the water and utility management industry to join our growing Water Business Group team in Atlanta, GA. The Project Manager will be responsible for leading projects through planning, evaluation, and design and construction phases while also working with current and potential clients to further our growth objectives across Georgia. Project types could include master plans, utility management related evaluations and assessments, and the design, assessment, and evaluations of water transmission pipelines, water pump stations, wastewater collection systems, wastewater pump stations, and treatment infrastructure projects. They will need to be skilled in planning studies, environmental services, coordinating with subconsultants and utility owners, and performing office services during construction. They will also be expected to direct delivery and production staff and perform client management activities to support our South Atlantic Area based Water team.<div><div>
Preferred Qualifications</div><div><ul><li>
10+ years of experience with water / wastewater projects</li><li>
Masters degree is a plus</li><li>
Georgia PE or ability to obtain</li></ul> 
Keywords: Water, Wastewater, Engineering, Civil, Consulting, Project Management, Project Manager, Sanitary, Pump Station, Pipeline, Sewer, Treatment, Drinking Water, Potable Water, Construction, Utilities</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>
Required Qualifications 
</div><div><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
</li><li>7 years related experience</li><li>
A minimum 2 years project management experience</li><li>
Professional Engineer (PE) license</li><li>
MS Office and MS Project experience is required (Access experience would be plus)
</li><li>Demonstrated leadership skills</li><li>
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must</li></ul></div></div>
What We Believe 
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. 
 
Our Commitment 
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. 
 
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.</div></div><div>
Primary Location:
United States-Georgia-Atlanta</div><div>
Industry:
Water</div><div>
Schedule:
Full-time</div><div>
Employee Status:
Regular</div><div>
BusinessClass:
WW Treatment and Effluent Mgmt</div><div>
Job Posting:
Dec 31, 2025</div></div>

Project Manager (Water / Wastewater)

Goodwyn Mills Cawood

<div><div><div><div>Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) is one of the largest privately-held architecture and engineering firms in the Southeast.
GMC is seeking a Senior Project Manager for water and wastewater infrastructure projects to join our Savannah, GA team. This individual will serve as project manager and/or technical lead on municipal drinking and wastewater projects.
Foundational<ul><li>
Builds on extensive technical foundations with expectation to make significant contributions to the team efforts for the benefit of the client</li><li>
Demonstrates ability to evaluate, select, and apply standards, techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform a task or sequence of tasks for conventional projects with few complex features</li><li>
Understands technical requirements needed in the design of a project and how various disciplines are integrated to meet the needs of the client</li><li>
Independent performer on most assignments</li></ul>
Technical<ul><li>
Lead multidisciplinary teams to provide studies</li><li>
Provide planning and design services for water/wastewater utilities</li><li>
Provide technical design for water/wastewater treatment projects and technical support to the design team to ensure efficiency, quality, and performance to fulfill project requirements</li><li>
Deliver engineering calculations, project coordination, write engineering specifications, establish appropriate design methods, report preparation and coordination, equipment sizing and selection while working directly with clients</li><li>
Drive profitability of projects and satisfaction of clients through quality work and on-time / on-budget delivery</li><li>
Coordinate with leadership on staffing and workload through entire project development to complete documents on schedule</li><li>
Conduct QA/QC of all documents and reports, verifying accuracy of data, information and calculations</li><li>
Prepare and oversee detailed construction document packages and provide technical leadership for all deliverables for client</li><li>
Support marketing efforts through client engagement, responsiveness and strong delivery of projects</li><li>
Assist with proposals to provide professional services, including preparation of scopes, budgets and schedules for assignments</li></ul>
Professional Competencies
Client and Customer Focus<ul><li>
Assist in learning the needs of assigned clients</li><li>
Understand the profession&rsquo;s ethical obligation to Client and the public welfare</li><li>
Assist with reviewing and defining scope of work issues with Consultants and Contractors</li></ul>
Team Orientation<ul><li>
Work across disciplines and office locations to fully utilize firm experiential knowledge</li><li>
Ability to coordinate work with professional engineers, surveyors, survey field personnel, city code enforcement officials and construction crews</li><li>
Plans and coordinates detailed aspects of engineering work</li><li>
Ability to work with multiple individuals in a team environment</li><li>
Coordinates work with entry-level engineers, technicians, surveyors and administrative staff</li><li>
Contributes to Client Services team</li></ul>
Company Perspective<ul><li>
Represent the firm in all aspects of projects and assignments to prospective employees, clients, and the communities we serve</li><li>
Reinforce GMC standards and Core Values to others</li></ul>
Communication<ul><li>
Ability to respond to common inquiries from contractors, surveyors, survey field personnel, city code enforcement or regulatory agencies</li><li>
Ability to effectively present information in oral and written format</li><li>
Receives general supervision on assignments and thorough review of all aspects of work</li><li>
Receives instruction on specific objectives, and direction on unconventional and/or complex problems</li></ul>
Continuous Improvement<ul><li>
Assist with developing standards and guidelines</li><li>
Provide input towards improving operational procedures</li><li>
Able to perform tasks in support of Staff Professionals and Engineer Interns</li><li>
Performs more advanced drafting tasks</li><li>
Continually participate in Individual Development planning and program</li></ul>
Leadership<ul><li>
Trains and mentors other CADD / Revit technicians</li><li>
Collaboratively uses judgment to determine adaptations in methods for non-routine aspects of assignments</li></ul>
Service<ul><li>
Actively participate in local professional society</li><li>
Participate in community service activities and understand implications of involvement</li></ul>
Minimum Qualifications:<ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering</li><li>
Experience with municipal water/wastewater</li><li>
PE registration in Georgia or ability/plan to obtain</li><li>
Strong technical background and experience in water or wastewater</li><li>
Active engagement in professional and industry organizations</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills</li><li>
Working knowledge of technical specifications</li><li>
Software knowledge: Microsoft Office, AutoCAD</li></ul>
 Experience<ul><li>
Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Engineering</li><li>
Master&rsquo;s, BCEE, PMP, LEED AP preferred</li><li>
Engaged in life-long learning to maintain knowledge associated with Architecture / Engineering contemporary issue</li><li>
Professional Engineer Licensure</li></ul>
Travel requirements:<ul><li>
As required per project or client / project</li></ul>
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans
About GMC
We believe in community, collaboration, and using the power of creativity and hard work to make a difference. Whether designing schools, parks, hospitals and other commercial developments, or providing clean water, safe streets and restoring resilient environments, GMC takes great pride in serving our communities through the transformative work we do. Every project is guided by the foundational concept that communities are built by people, not companies, and we strive to serve our communities with quality, integrity, creativity and care. One of the Southeast&rsquo;s most comprehensive multi-disciplined firms, GMC is equipped to provide all of the services associated with architecture, interior design, civil engineering, environmental services, landscape architecture, planning, transportation engineering, geotechnical engineering, electrical engineering, surveying and disaster recovery.</div></div></div></div>

Senior Project Manager (Water/Wastewater Engineer)

AECOM

<div>Company Description 
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world&rsquo;s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. 
Job Description 
AECOM is seeking to hire a Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater for our growing Austin, TX office. The qualified applicant will have experience in water/wastewater engineering design and construction management principles, and will be familiar with the design, construction, and operation of municipal water and/or wastewater treatment and conveyance infrastructure.
With infrastructure investment accelerating worldwide, our services are in great demand, and there&rsquo;s never been a better time to be at AECOM! Join us, and you&rsquo;ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm &ndash; access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility.
Job Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Manages one or more Water/Wastewater treatment plant, pump station and conveyance project(s).</li><li>
Works mostly independently but receives basic instruction on specific assignments, objectives, complex features and possible solutions.</li><li>
Manages all aspects of projects from start to close out including development of scope, schedule, budget and proposals, deliverables and quality adherence.</li><li>
Direct and manage the implementation of the project including coordination with project stakeholders, consultants, contractors and other external and internal parties to achieve project milestones.</li><li>
Mentor junior staff members to support them in their delivery on the project and in their professional development.</li><li>
Prepare technical memoranda, planning studies and final design calculations, plans and specifications;</li><li>
Manage project deliverable, budgets, schedules. Ensure compliance with the company&rsquo;s Quality Assurance policies and procedures.</li><li>
Oversee and manage construction phases of projects to ensure works are completed in accordance with the contract documents, on time and budget;</li><li>
Ensure project work is undertaken in accordance with corporate health and safety policies and quality management systems;</li><li>
Prepare proposals and qualification documents in the interest of obtaining new assignments.</li><li>
Maintain client relationships; assist in identification and pursuit of business development opportunities.</li></ul> 
Qualifications 
Minimum Requirements:<ul><li>
BA/BS + 6 years of relevant Project Management experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.</li><li>
Professional Engineer License in Texas.</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>
10+ years of experience in design of water and wastewater facilities and infrastructure.</li><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.</li><li>
Experience with Central Texas-area clients.</li><li>
Experience working with clients in both the public and private sectors.</li><li>
Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.</li><li>
Detail oriented and ability to multi-task.</li><li>
Flexible &ndash; can adapt to shifting priorities/work schedules.</li></ul> 
Additional Information 
<ul><li>
Sponsorship is not offered for this position now or in the future</li><li>
No relocation is available for this role</li></ul><div></div>
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&amp;D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients&rsquo; complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle &ndash; from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you&rsquo;ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you&rsquo;ve always envisioned. Here, you&rsquo;ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community&mdash;where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.</div>

Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

H2M architects + engineers

H2M architects + engineers, a multidiscipline architectural, engineering, and environmental consulting firm is seeking a Water/Wastewater Engineering Practice Leader to grow, develop, support and enhance our scope of Water and Wastewater services work in a Doer-Seller role. The successful candidate will provide project management expertise, business development, client relationship management and coordination of key Water/Wastewater and Municipal services. This role will be responsible for strategically growing business development efforts along with supporting technical aspects of water/wastewater and municipal projects/operations for our Westchester, NY office.
 Job Responsibilities
 <ul>
<li>Assist in the develop and implementation of strategy for further development in the Water/Wastewater Groups.</li>
<li>Work with the Market Leader and/or Discipline Director to implement a plan for growth of the market in existing and new service areas, as well as new areas as highlighted in the annual business plan for the Market.</li>
<li>Financial proficiency in establishing project related fees and aggressive revenue projections and profit margins is required.</li>
<li>Ability to manage a team of professionals.</li>
<li>Working closely with all disciplines to implement and manage projects that fall under the Water/Wastewater group and establish staffing needs, achievable project schedules and meet established deliverable timelines, and produce an excellent work product, all while ensuring client satisfaction with overall services.</li>
<li>Assist where needed in the preparation of a detailed discipline plan and determine where potential funding opportunities may exist.</li>
<li>Assist where needed with the marketing team to produce business plan materials pertinent to the market.</li>
<li>Ensure the H2M standard procedures and processes are being utilized and maintained.</li>
<li>Attend trade shows, client presentations and meetings, develop articles, blogs, social media, and press releases to help showcase H2M and the Water/Wastewater Group with a goal to promote H2M’s presence in the market and region.</li>
<li>Prepare/coordinate proposals in conjunction with the marketing and technical staff. Assist with “Go/No Go” decisions for responding to RFP’s. Marshall the necessary resources on proposal opportunities which may involve developing a proposal strategy, writing portions of the proposal, and coordinating efforts of other technical writers to develop a winning proposal.</li>
<li>Coordinate and communicate with staff to ensure project deadlines and client requirements are being met and provide technical leadership and oversight on the management of project. Work with other managers and water/wastewater professionals to develop scope of work, budgets, and plans for water/wastewater related work.</li>
<li>Assist with the development efforts of the regional office’s overall growth and development of the staff in the discipline.</li>
<li>Develop a sense of team with the staff you work alongside and manager. This will typically involve spending a significant amount of time with the discipline staff getting to know them and their capabilities. May enlist key people within the firm to assist and drive important discipline related initiatives.</li>
<li>Responsible for making sure we provide excellent customer service both internally and externally. Will respond to requests of others as needed and set up a communication protocol for existing and future clients to ensure their needs are met. This includes communication with department managers within the discipline.</li>
</ul>
Education and Qualifications
 <ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree required with 15+ years’ experience in the business of consulting Water/Wastewater engineering for municipal, private, and public agency clients with the ability to maintain client relations and serve a large group of internal and external clients and lead a group of technical staff.</li>
<li>Relevant knowledge of project management, design, construction, operations, and administration of Water/Wastewater infrastructure is required. A strong technical background is required.</li>
<li>Able to develop long-term, professional relationships with existing and potential clients including strong one-on-one client development and entertainment, where appropriate.</li>
<li>Successful track record of performance for obtaining new clients and in creating new projects for existing clients.</li>
<li>Licensed professional engineer and able to gain reciprocity in multiple states in which H2M operates.</li>
</ul>
Preferred Skills
 <ul>
<li>Working knowledge of MS suite including Word, Excel, Power Point and Adobe preferred.</li>
<li>Microsoft Outlook experience required.</li>
<li>Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload and lead a team.</li>
<li>Ability to effectively delegate responsibilities when necessary to marshal proposals and project resources.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively with the marketplace and develop and give presentations to a group and one-on-one.</li>
<li>Forecasting trends and tracking emerging technologies in Water/Wastewater.</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills in the preparation of engineering design reports and studies, proposals for professional engineering services, public presentations, and project interviews.</li>
<li>Proficient public speaking skills are a necessity.</li>
</ul>
Standards of Performance
 <ul>
<li>Maintains technical knowledge through practice and awareness of changing market. When necessary, attends trade shows or other outside client related events.</li>
<li>Remains current on the use of computer software including MS Office Suite, CRM and other technical software as needed.</li>
<li>Displays a team mentality by interacting with all levels of the firm, serves as a point of contact for all issues related to the market.</li>
<li>Follows and adheres to the highest level of client service expectations, for both internal and external clients.</li>
<li>Displays a positive “can do” attitude.</li>
<li>Supports company standards at all times.</li>
<li>Responsible for growing and developing the market.</li>
<li>Keeping abreast with local issues impacting the future of municipal services or overseeing a team with specific vision towards industry trends with the ability to promote the firm as a leader in the understanding of various types of local issues.</li>
<li>Travel Required</li>
</ul>
The salary range for this role is $125,000 - $160,000 annually.
 The employment offer may deviate from this published range based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, specialty, knowledge, education, geography and/or related certifications – not related to any applicant’s characteristics protected by local, state or federal law. Note: The salary or hourly rate indicated does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.
 
Pushing boundaries, redefining design.
 
About H2M: 
While we have grown into a large firm over the past 90 plus years, we remain dedicated to preserving our small company connections. It is our intention to always stand as one H2M with a mission that is built around:
 
<ul>
<li>Our People: It’s our people that create our culture, execute our projects, service our clients, support our communities, and help make our company a great place to work.</li>
<li>Our clients: Our clients are “why” we exist as an organization. We have the experience, expertise, and skillsets that our clients do not have yet are needed to solve the problems of the built environment.</li>
<li>Our communities: We commit to creating a safe environment that fosters thriving and healthy communities through our contributions and support for numerous charitable, educational, and community-based causes and organizations.</li>
</ul>
At H2M, we’re more than just the services we provide. We are a team of over 500 professionals with the knowledge, ability, and desire to create something truly impressive. When we ask for the best of you, it is right to ask for the best of the company. Your growth is our growth. Your success is our success. We are in this mission together, so let’s see it through together.
 
Our Benefits
 
H2M continuously strives to provide our employees and their families a comprehensive benefit experience surrounding their physical and financial well-being. We offer healthcare and wellness benefits, 401(k) retirement savings with up to 6% employer matching contributions with 100% vesting schedule, annual and spot bonus performance programs, flexibility and paid time off. We also offer tuition assistance for continuing education & professional licensure, student loan debt repayment program, technology allowance and excellent professional development programs that are custom designed for employees at all levels. H2M continually supports their employees through different Employee Resource Groups, such as Diversity and Inclusion, Sustainability, Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals.
 
Equal Opportunity
 
H2M is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, ancestry, sex, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, pregnancy status, childbirth, related health conditions or reproductive decisions, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristics protected by Federal, State or local law. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
 
Come for the job, stay for the challenge!
 
www.h2m.com
 
EOE/M/F/D/V

Practice Leader (Water/Wastewater Engineering)

Van Cleef Engineering Associates

<div>Van Cleef Engineering Associates, LLC (Van Cleef) is a dynamic, multi‐disciplined consulting civil engineering firm of Engineers, Certified Inspectors, Landscape Architects, Planners and Land Surveyors. With offices in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, we provide expertise in all of the major areas of civil engineering, municipal engineering, municipal planning, and land surveying.
Van Cleef is proud to have been recognized in New Jersey as a Best Place to Work for 2025! Another great reason to choose to work with Van Cleef!
We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Project Designer &ndash; Civil Engineer to join our Water/Wastewater team in Toms River, NJ. This position is an outstanding opportunity to join, learn, and support programs that advance our clients&rsquo; goals by improving environmental conditions for safe, reliable drinking water and ensuring proper management of sanitary sewage and residuals.
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>
Strategic long-term water and wastewater system planning, including recommending projects or approaches to address needs related to source of supply, treatment, storage, pumping, and transmission of water and wastewater</li><li>
Conducting or reviewing water and wastewater system capacity and service evaluations associated with water and wastewater service extension projects or other potential service growth opportunities using computerized hydraulic models</li><li>
Assisting the senior staff to provide input and prepare strategic water and wastewater system planning studies (comprehensive or targeted issue-based studies as appropriate) using computerized hydraulic modeling</li><li>
Assessing system capacity, asset condition, facility performance, resiliency level, and operational efficiency, and recommend associated improvements</li><li>
Providing support in system capacity evaluations, analysis of source, production, distribution, storage, or other system deficiencies as assigned to support ongoing operations, service extension requests, or regional growth opportunities</li><li>
Support Engineering initiatives established by the Engineering Directors (i.e., asset management or other operational excellence initiatives) including being involved in field project work</li></ul>
Qualifications<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering</li><li>
3+ years of design engineering experience, preferably in water resources planning / engineering</li><li>
EIT certification preferred, P.E. a plus.</li><li>
Experience with AutoCAD and Civil 3D software is preferred</li><li>
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products, such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint</li><li>
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal</li><li>
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record</li><li>
Desire to develop competency in asset planning, water and wastewater system comprehensive master planning, distribution system hydraulic modeling or equivalent water / wastewater system design experience</li><li>
Applicable knowledge of water resources industry, business, and environmental regulatory field</li><li>
GIS and hydraulic modeling experience a plus</li></ul>
What We Offer
We are committed to creating a personal and professional environment where we can build and focus on helping communities through teamwork and support. Our local offices provide our employees with opportunities for professional development and growth, including our Young Professionals Group, a flexible working environment, and times to celebrate our accomplishments together.<ul><li>
Medical/Rx Insurance</li><li>
Dental Insurance</li><li>
Vision Insurance</li><li>
401(k) retirement savings plan (traditional and Roth options) with company match</li><li>
Paid holidays, vacation and sick days</li><li>
Company-paid Life insurance</li><li>
Company-paid Long-Term Disability insurance</li><li>
Tuition reimbursement program (postgraduate)</li><li>
Professional Licensing reimbursement</li><li>
Gym membership reimbursement</li><li>
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)</li></ul>
Compensation:
$75,000 - $95,000 annually commensurate with experience.
Additional Information
Van Cleef is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.
This position is not eligible for H1-B or any other visa sponsorship
We thank all applicants; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.</div>

Project Designer – Water/Wastewater Engineer

<div><div>Drinking Water &amp; Wastewater Market Sector Leader
 - (189992)</div><div><div>
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? 
 
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' 
 
We believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you&rsquo;ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people&rsquo;s lives. This isn&rsquo;t just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.
Employee-owned HDR has an excellent career opportunity for a Drinking Water and Wastewater Market Sector Leader who is passionate about protecting public health and understands the intersection between the drinking water, wastewater, recycled water, and stormwater markets. We are looking for someone who will collaborate with local and national leadership to set the vision and strategy to expand and provide engineering services to drinking water agencies, related clients in other sectors, and relevant research organizations.
More specifically, HDR&rsquo;s Portland Water/Wastewater group endeavors to be different. Our small team is composed of engineers with experience ranging from 0-25 years, including several senior staff who began their careers as interns and have been promoted into leadership positions over time. Our origins spread across the globe, including South Korea, Columbia, Ireland, and Hawaii, in addition to staff having been born and raised here in the northwest. As a team, we are invested in projects within the communities where we live, but we work throughout the nation and beyond. Joining HDR Portland is an opportunity not only to contribute to your community and an expanding department, but also to shape your own identity as a leader within our team.
This leader will serve as a client manager, and will serve as either Principal in Charge, Project Manager, Technical Lead and/or Quality Manager on projects. Services may include studies, planning, design, financial analysis, O&amp;M, and alternative delivery. They will identify and develop new project opportunities in collaboration with business development teams, serve as a pursuit champion, and act as a resource for HDR pursuits where assistance is needed relative to the drinking water market.
This role will collaborate with our business class practice leaders and professional discipline groups on technical services, marketing, activities to continually improve standards and best practices, and to implement effective quality assurance and quality control reviews. As a leader and mentor to junior staff, the successful candidate will engage in and encourage technical involvement in industry organizations and functions including presentations and publications. The candidate will also participate in discussions and facilitate lessons learned for project delivery processes, trends, successes, strengths, and weaknesses.<div><div>
In the role of Drinking Water &amp; Wastewater Market Sector Leader, we'll count on you to:</div><div><ul><li>
Have a focus on client management and development, serving as a client manager and project manager for future assignments and pursuits with key clients in the area</li><li>
This individual will be expected to identify and develop project opportunities, serve as a pursuit champion, and act as a resource for HDR pursuits</li><li>
Duties will also include planning, directing, and monitoring all aspects of large multi-discipline projects or medium-sized projects with a high degree of technical complexity</li><li>
The position will be the responsible for assessing the areas marketplace and determining the best business approach to win and secure contracts</li><li>
Their business development efforts will need to work cross-sector with other market sectors as well as other market sectors in other business groups</li><li>
Serve as the Client Manager for selected key clients within the region, and be active and visible in the industry</li><li>
Promote the marketing and delivery of all HDR services to clients while working with our client managers</li><li>
Work with Business Group Managers on development and delivery of area and department market sector initiatives</li><li>
Work with the client development leaders to drive client development and pursuit processes based on proven capture techniques</li><li>
Support selected pursuits through client relationship development and/or through development of strategy and participation in pursuit activities</li><li>
Participate in industry associations and serve as a company role-model in business and community organizations</li><li>
Identify key investments (acquisitions and technology) that will maintain or drive HDR into industry leadership position</li><li>
Develop relationships with industry counterparts in other consulting organizations.</li><li>
Develop relationships with senior leadership in key client organizations</li><li>
The position will seek opportunities to enhance our practices so that we will best perform within the marketplace to win new work and to provide opportunities for staff growth and development</li><li>
They will also lead and/or assist with the identification and recruitment of prospective future market sector employees</li><li>
Assume responsibility for coordination with the area and coordinate support of work-sharing among departments</li><li>
Work with the business class directors and practice groups to drive technical excellence and coordinate technical staff to support the program and marketing efforts</li><li>
Lead the area in identifying needs and opportunities for new and improved technical services and products so as to maximize the depth, effectiveness and efficiency of the practice</li><li>
Work with the Market Sector Directors to coordinate staffing/recruiting plans for key hires and assist local leadership as necessary with local hires</li><li>
Identify resource gaps and support talent management and recruiting</li><li>
The position will assist the Area Business Group Managers to deliver services within the market sector</li><li>
Key responsibilities consist of helping to drive client management, monitoring and taking action regarding market sector profit and loss, ensuring project delivery and supporting the QA/QC program</li><li>
Facilitate cooperation and eliminate hurdles and barriers to success</li><li>
Monitor market sector performance indicators NFE/NFB/profits/positive equity/AR/losses/investments</li><li>
Work with area business group leadership to implement process improvements and leverage work sharing to meet or exceed planned goals</li><li>
Be aware of staff workload and facilitate work sharing within the market sector; promote effective use of company resources and assist in applying key staff/expertise to projects</li><li>
Assist with contract review on key projects to help ensure risk management, proper staffing, quality reviews and resolution of claims</li><li>
Promote Quality Assurance/Quality Control; work with business class and area leadership to assist the local programs with key technical expertise to support marketing and project activities</li><li>
Facilitate development and dissemination of &quot;lessons learned&quot;</li><li>
Take on Project Management Assignments that make sense for this leadership role</li></ul></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div> 
Required Qualifications 
</div><div><ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree in an engineering, planning or a related field</li><li>
A minimum of 10 years of industry experience</li><li>
If an engineer, maintain engineering registration</li><li>
Experienced in development and management of strategic marketing programs for planning and/or engineering services</li><li>
Experienced in development and management of a wide range of client relationships and specific program and/or project pursuits</li><li>
Experienced in overall staff development to include recruiting, career path and professional growth</li><li>
Experienced with industry associations and maintains a visible profile in the market sector</li><li>
Ability to work cooperatively with Regional Market Sector Directors, Market Sector Directors, Business Class Directors, Regional Business Group Directors, Area Business Group Managers, Area Marketing Managers and Area Managers</li><li>
Demonstrated commitment to HDR values. An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must</li></ul></div></div>
What We Believe 
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. 
 
Our Commitment 
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. 
 
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.</div></div><div>
Primary Location:
United States-Oregon-Portland</div><div>
Industry:
Water</div><div>
Schedule:
Full-time</div><div>
Employee Status:
Regular</div><div>
BusinessClass:
Water Treatment</div><div>
Job Posting:
Dec 31, 2025</div></div>

Drinking Water & Wastewater Market Sector Leader

Sparkle Clean Tech Pvt LTD

Job Title: Project Coordinator - Planning &amp; Control (Water &amp; Wastewater Industry)Location: Belapur &ndash; Navi MumbaiExperience: Minimum 5 YearsQualification: B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical or Chemical EngineeringIndustry Background: EPC or Water Treatment IndustryJob Summary:The Project Coordinator &ndash; Operations &amp; Supply Chain is responsible for coordinating end-to-end project planning, procurement tracking, ERP-driven reporting, and milestone-based execution across multiple EPC/industrial projects. The role ensures alignment between project schedules, procurement cycles, cash-flow milestones, and vendor performance, while driving data-backed visibility through dashboards and automation tools.Key Responsibilities:Soft Skills / Behavioural Competencies:Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesHigh ownership, accountability, and attention to detailAbility to manage multiple stakeholders and competing prioritiesData-driven and structured decision-making mindsetProactive, self-driven, and result-orientedAbility to work independently and collaboratively across functionsStrong follow-up discipline and organizational skillsWillingness to travel within and outside Mumbai as per business requirementsContinuous improvement and learning orientationCertifications (Preferred)Lean Six Sigma Green / Black BeltSAP MM (or equivalent ERP module)Power BI / Advanced Excel CertificationMS ProjectAbout us:Sparkle Clean Tech Private Limited is a leading company specializing in advanced water and wastewater treatment solutions, offering sustainable technologies and services to industries and communities. With a focus on innovation, quality, and environmental responsibility, we deliver end-to-end engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects across India and abroad. Our expertise includes zero liquid discharge (ZLD), effluent treatment, sewage recycling, and customized clean-tech solutions that help clients achieve operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.www.sctwater.comJob Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: ₹45,000.00 - ₹75,000.00 per monthBenefits:<ul><li>Cell phone reimbursement</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid sick time</li><li>Provident Fund</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>What is your notice period?</li><li>Do you have experience in wastewater / water treatment process design?</li><li>Do you have experience in JB / Hook-up / Earthing / Instrument layouts?</li></ul>Location:<ul><li>CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Project Coordinator - Planning & Control (Water & Wastewater Industry)

Search 10000+ Wastewater project manager jobs near you this January. New roles added regularly across leading industries. Apply today.