Senior Water Project Manager at GHD in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

Job Description



The importance of water to the health of our world can't be overstated.


As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front.


Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community.


You'll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.


Who are we looking for?


Join a global professional services leader. We are committed to solving the world's biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and urbanization.

Our Southeast Water business is growing throughout Texas! We're looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead project teams in performing water and wastewater treatment, wastewater collection systems, water conveyance and distribution systems, studies, design and construction inspection and management services throughout the state. You will also lead new client development and strategic growth of the business both locally and regionally.


In the problem solving business, it helps to be restlessly curious to deliver community change.


Our vision is to ensure energy, water and urbanization are made sustainable for generations to come. You can lead the way into a new future for our industry, inspiring the next generation of driven and committed people in the process.



Learn about leadership opportunities with GHD.



Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Lead proposal development efforts for new business
• Grow relationships with existing and prospective clients; this includes business development, sales and marketing
• Lead or assist in the development of facility and or utility master plans
• Perform and/or check design calculations
• Participate in on-site testing, startup or troubleshooting of water or wastewater facilities or infrastructure
• Conducts work to appropriate professional standards and to the firm's QA/QC requirements. Participates in QA/QC programs for other projects as requested by managers.
• Perform schedule reviews on construction projects and maintain/develop schedules for design and construction of assigned projects
• Provide mentoring to engineering staff to support the team's technical skill development
• Manage projects' budget and schedule

What you will bring to the team:

• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Environmental or Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineer license in Texas or ability to acquire upon six months of hiring date
• Between 10-25 years of water/wastewater design experience in municipal water, wastewater, water resource, and/or conveyance projects in the Southwest region; preference to 10 years of experience in the Texas market
• Significant experience in de-salination plants, water and wastewater treatment, conveyance and pump station
• Experience in coordinating and simultaneously managing multiple tasks while maintaining a high degree of attention to detail, schedule and budget
• Ability to present technical information, both written and orally, in a concise and professional manner; must have strong technical writing skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory/permitting agencies including TCEQ, and EPA

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Are you interested in pursuing this role? Please submit an application!


As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status. Apply Now