Project Manager - Water

GHD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD in Houston is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex water and wastewater infrastructure programs from planning through construction. You will manage multidisciplinary teams, maintain client relationships, and ensure projects stay on time and within budget.

The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, proposal development, and business development to expand the Central US Water practice. You will mentor junior engineers, oversee QA/QC, and collaborate with clients and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Environmental, Chemical or Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer license in Texas or eligible within six months of hire.
• 5+ years of water/wastewater design and project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop facility or utility master plans.
• Plan, design, and execute water and wastewater projects.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget and QA/QC.
• Coordinate with clients, regulators, contractors, and internal teams.
• Prepare and review technical reports, proposals, and engineering documents.
• Adhere to QA/QC standards and firm requirements; participate in QA/QC programs.
• Perform schedule reviews and develop schedules for design/construction.
• Mentor junior engineers and project staff.
• Monitor performance and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare proposals for new business and support client presentations.

Skills

Project management

Technical writing

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Environmental, Chemical or Civil Engineering

Tools

QA/QC processes

Job description

Overview

The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated. Water is essential for all living organisms to survive and thrive. The water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front to preserve this most essential resource. Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what’s next in the water industry. 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?

Our Central US Water business is growing throughout Texas! We're looking for an experienced Project Manager that is motivated to lead complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects from planning through construction. This role involves managing multidisciplinary teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, maintaining client relationships, and delivering projects on time and within budget. You will also work with a team to support client development and strategic growth of the business both locally and regionally. The purpose is to build credible relationships with clients, teaming partners, and the community. This position will require a strong ability to manage and progress multiple fronts that require long‑term development and commitment. 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of facility and or utility master plans
• Plan, design, and execute water and wastewater treatment and conveyance projects.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and quality assurance.
• Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, contractors, and internal teams.
• Prepare and review technical reports, proposals, and engineering documents.
• Conduct work to appropriate professional standards and to the firm’s QA/QC requirements. Participate 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.
• Mentor junior engineers and project staff.
• Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Prepare proposal efforts for new business.
• Support business development efforts, including proposal writing and client presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Environmental, Chemical or Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineer license in Texas or ability to acquire upon six months of hiring date
• 5+ years of water/wastewater design experience in municipal water, wastewater, water resource, and/or conveyance projects in the Central US region; preference to experience in the Texas market
• Demonstrated project management experience, design management experience is a plus
• 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

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; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.