Project Leader — Water Infrastructure & Safety

Veolia; Dieringer (WA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Veolia in Washington state seeks a Project Leader to guide planning, execution, and completion of critical infrastructure projects for a water reservoir. You will lead cross‑functional teams, manage budgets, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while maintaining strong client relations with Cascade Water Alliance.

The role requires 6+ years of leadership experience, a related degree, and a proven ability to deliver on time and within cost.

Qualifications

• 6 years of leadership experience, including 4 leading project teams.
• Degree in business, finance, engineering, or project management preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, contracts, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and guide a team toward project goals with clear vision.
• Foster collaboration, accountability and staff development.
• Mentor team members to enhance contributions and growth.
• Communicate goals, expectations and progress to teams and stakeholders.
• Build relationships across departments and with clients.
• Lead by example with high work ethic and professionalism.
• Influence without direct authority and secure cross‑functional buy‑in.
• Engage with clients, provide updates, and address needs.
• Monitor safety and enforce comprehensive protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Project management

Strategic planning

Communication

HR principles

Financial oversight

Relationship management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, PM, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Database software

Job description

Veolia in Washington state seeks a Project Leader to guide planning, execution, and completion of critical infrastructure projects for a water reservoir. You will lead cross‑functional teams, manage budgets, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while maintaining strong client relations with Cascade Water Alliance.

The role requires 6+ years of leadership experience, a related degree, and a proven ability to deliver on time and within cost.