Design Manager - Water/Wastewater

The Haskell Company; United States; Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Haskell Company seeks a Design Manager specializing in industrial wastewater treatment systems. You will lead design teams and manage project lifecycles from conceptualization to execution, handling projects valued from $500,000 to $100 million across various industries.

With your PE license and over 10 years of experience, you’ll ensure compliance and successful project delivery while collaborating with clients and guiding junior engineers. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package in a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in designing and managing wastewater treatment systems.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
• Expertise in wastewater treatment technologies and system hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of industrial wastewater treatment projects.
• Manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Mentor junior engineers and oversee their professional growth.

Skills

Wastewater treatment design

Project management

Leadership

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Civil, Chemical Engineering

Master’s degree

Job description

At Haskell, you’re not just joining a company—you’re joining a nationally recognized Top Workplace where diverse perspectives and inclusive thinking drive stronger outcomes. Whether you’re starting out, growing your expertise, or leading the way, you’ll find a culture grounded in trust, driven by excellence, and built to support your goals. Here, you’ll have the opportunity, flexibility, and sense of belonging to grow your career your way—while making a real impact.

As a Design Manager specializing in industrial wastewater treatment systems, you will play a crucial role in addressing the complex environmental challenges faced by our industrial clients related to wastewater management, regulatory compliance, and sustainability. Your primary responsibility will be to lead our multi-discipline design teams in executing the complete lifecycle of projects, from conceptualization through engineering, design, procurement, and construction and start-up support. You will also be responsible for scope, schedule, and budget management for industrial wastewater projects.

Your expertise and PE license will ensure the integration of technical excellence, compliance with regulations, and successful project delivery. You will work directly with the Haskell design and construction teams in support of design-only and integrated design-build industrial wastewater treatment projects. Haskell performs these projects ranging in value from $500,000 to $100 million for a variety of clients including the food and beverage, beer, wine and spirits, and healthcare industries across the US and internationally.

Fully remote option available only for candidates residing outside a 45-mile radius of a corporate office. Haskell has corporate offices in Atlanta, GA; Beloit, WI; Charlotte, NC; Dallas (Frisco), TX; Denver (Lakewood), CO; Jacksonville, FL; Livermore, CA; Madison, WI; Oklahoma City, OK; Salt Lake City, UT; St. Louis, MO; St. Paul, MN; and Tulsa, OK.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Lead the conceptualization, planning, design, and execution of industrial wastewater treatment projects, ensuring alignment with project goals and client expectations.
• Utilize your Professional Engineer (PE) license to develop and/or validate engineering plans, specifications, and reports.
• Lead cross-functional teams including environmental, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation & control engineers in developing project design drawings and specifications.
• Lead the development of design packages to support fast-paced construction efforts (i.e., progressive design-build packages).
• Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.
• Communicate directly with clients and senior Haskell management regarding project definition and execution.
• Engage with clients to understand their requirements, provide technical insights, and maintain strong client relationships throughout projects.
• Work with Haskell construction and cost-estimating teams to assist in developing successful project execution plans, including construction cost-estimates and project implementation schedules.
• Work with mid-level and junior Haskell industrial wastewater engineering staff in developing their engineering skills as well as their overall professional growth. Direct supervision of some industrial wastewater engineering staff may be required.
• Review and/or perform engineering calculations related to wastewater treatment system design, including system hydraulics.
• Work with equipment manufacturers in selecting and specifying wastewater treatment equipment.
• Assist Haskell design and construction teams in reviewing Equipment Submittals and Requests-for-Information (RFIs).
• Conduct comprehensive site assessments, data collection, and analysis to develop customized treatment solutions that address specific client needs.
• Utilize your technical expertise to troubleshoot complex issues and provide innovative solutions to optimize treatment system performance.
• Lead the development of project documentation including engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, technical reports, and progress updates.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes related to industrial wastewater treatment systems.

What You Need to Thrive

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Civil, Chemical Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in designing and managing wastewater treatment systems.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with strong leadership and project management skills.
• Expertise in wastewater treatment technologies and system hydraulics.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to mentor junior engineers.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to organize and lead project teams through the execution of design-only and design-build industrial wastewater treatment projects.

At Haskell, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, professional development opportunities, and more. Join us and be part of a team where your contributions make a difference.

Join Us in Shaping the Future

If you’re ready to lead impactful wastewater projects and grow with a top-tier team, apply today. Take the next step in your career with Haskell and help us create sustainable and effective water solutions.

Salary Range

The base salary range for this position is $$125,000 - $185,000. The actual salary will be determined based on the candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

Environmental Factors and/or Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, this position is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, and arm, hand and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read application/form information. The associate frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status.

Haskell will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessities. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

Haskell is a Drug-Free Workplace.