Project Manager (Water / Wastewater)

GHD; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

GHD in Harrisburg, PA is seeking a Project Manager to lead investigations, design development, and project execution for water and wastewater systems across Pennsylvania. You will oversee multi‑disciplinary treatment facility designs, conduct analyses, and manage collection and distribution projects while mentoring professionals.

You will lead treatability studies, contribute to financial and operational reviews, and drive outcomes through team leadership in a hybrid office environment with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Civil, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering or closely related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in PA or ability to acquire it.
• At least 6 years of relevant water engineering experience.
• Knowledge of water regulations including wastewater treatment and conveyance, surface water treatment, lead and copper and disinfection byproduct rules.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work both within a team and independently.
• Willing and able to travel to project sites and client meetings as needed.

Responsibilities

• Engineering Solutions Design: Design engineering solutions and the associated validation process to enable the realization of a design brief that conforms to standards.
• Engineering Standards Specification: Contribute to analysis, drafting standards and evaluating their effectiveness within own discipline.
• Project Management: Deliver small- or medium-scale projects within an established program plan.
• Process Design Engineering: Analyze information and specify methods and steps to design and improve processes and systems.
• Contract Management: Manage day-to-day relationships with contract service providers within a plan.
• Product and Solution Development: Define and deliver products and services meeting customer needs.
• Knowledge Management System: Work within knowledge systems to deliver preset outcomes.
• Personal Capability Building: Develop capabilities through assessment, training and coaching; maintain professional accreditation.
• Engineering Inspections: Carry out inspections to evaluate quality and compliance.
• Improvement/Innovation: Identify shortcomings and drive improvements through change programs.
• Client & Customer Management (External): Manage relationships with small clients and assist with larger ones.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork & independence

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Civil, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering or closely related field

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?

Our US East Water business is expanding and we’re seeking a Project Manager to join the team in Harrisburg, PA. In this pivotal role, you’ll spearhead investigations, design development, and project execution for water and wastewater treatment, distribution, and collection systems throughout the state. As Project Manager, you’ll oversee multi‑disciplinary treatment facility designs, conduct alternatives analyses and economic evaluations, and manage collection and distribution projects—including linear and pumping systems. You’ll also lead treatability studies such as bench testing and pilot plant evaluations, and contribute to financial and operational reviews. Your leadership will extend to managing team performance, utilization, and engagement, while mentoring emerging professionals and collaborating with senior business leaders to drive positive outcomes.

Hybrid Work Model

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in‑office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

Responsibility Highlights

• Engineering Solutions Design: Design engineering solutions and the associated validation process to enable the realization of a design brief (for example, in terms of functionality, performance, aesthetics, and cost) that conforms to organizational and/or regulatory standards.
• Engineering Standards Specification: Contribute to the analysis of information, the drafting of engineering standards and specifications, and the evaluation of the effectiveness of those standards within own engineering discipline to inform engineering work in the organization and/or of its suppliers, contractors, and consultants.
• Project Management: Deliver small- or medium‑scale projects while working within an established program management plan.
• Process Design Engineering: Analyze information and specify the methods and process steps, as well as the plant, machinery, and equipment, required to design and continuously improve manufacturing or materials processes and process systems to deliver the end product within specified cost and quality parameters.
• Contract Management: Deliver required outcomes by managing day‑to‑day relationships with contract service providers while working within an established contract management plan.
• Product and Solution Development: Define and deliver products and services that meet customer needs by selecting the best possible approaches available within established systems.
• Knowledge Management System: Work within established knowledge management systems to deliver preset outcomes for an area of responsibility.
• Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an in‑depth understanding of technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
• Engineering Inspections: Carry out inspections to evaluate the quality of engineering works and/or the integrity of existing installations or structures, and specify the remedial works needed to ensure conformance with specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Improvement/Innovation: Identify shortcomings in existing processes, systems, and procedures, and use established change management programs to address them.
• Client & Customer Management (External): Manage relationships with small clients while also helping senior colleagues manage relationships with larger key clients and customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Civil, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering or closely related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in PA or ability to acquire it.
• At least 6 years of relevant water engineering experience.
• Knowledge of water regulations including wastewater treatment and conveyance, surface water treatment, lead and copper and disinfection byproduct rules.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work both within a team and independently.
• Willing and able to travel to project sites and client meetings as needed.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.