Nebraska/Iowa Drinking Water Project Manager

HDR, Inc.; Fort Wayne, Omaha (IN, NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a NE/IA Drinking Water Project Manager to lead innovative water treatment projects. In this pivotal role, you will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Your expertise in project management and process design will drive successful upgrades and improvements in water supply systems. Join a collaborative environment that values diversity and empowers you to bring your authentic self to work. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in your community and the world, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in municipal water planning and project management.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams for water treatment projects.
• Manage client relationships and marketing efforts.

Skills

Project Management

Process Design

Client Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Access

Job description

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 role within our organization makes a difference in our ability to positively change the world. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible in your community and around the globe.

In the role of NE/IA Drinking Water Project Manager, you'll be responsible for:

1. Leading multidisciplinary teams to develop facility planning documents, process designs, detailed designs, plans, specifications, and cost estimates for water treatment plant upgrades (including lime softening, membrane treatment, disinfection, chemical feed systems), water supply improvements (such as wells and well field development), and distribution system infrastructure.
2. Managing the administration of construction contracts during project implementation.
3. Supporting marketing efforts and managing client relationships, primarily in Iowa and Nebraska, to expand our drinking water portfolio.
4. Working directly with clients on process design, establishing design methods, report preparation, equipment sizing and selection, reviewing specifications, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
5. Coordinating work of staff engineers and CADD/BIM technicians to meet deadlines and stay within budget.
6. Communicating effectively with facility owners, establishing client relations, and contributing to client development, marketing, contracting, and design activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7 years of related experience, including municipal water planning, design, and project management.
• Strong technical background in process design for water treatment facilities.
• Business development and strategic planning skills.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Experience managing multiple assignments and leading teams.
• Preference for local candidates.
• Active participation in municipal drinking water industry associations is a plus.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 7 years of related experience.
• Minimum 2 years of project management experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project; Access experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Commitment to our employee-owned culture.

What We Believe

HDR is our company. We build on each other's experiences and perspectives to make great things possible daily, fostering a collaborative culture, organizational trust, and closer connections to our clients and communities.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Our Employee Network Groups support belonging and engagement across diverse communities.

Primary Location: United States-Nebraska-Omaha

Industry: Water

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Water Treatment

Job Posting Date: Jan 7, 2025