Senior Project Manager, Water Resources

Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc. - HRG; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership

Growth opportunities

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Job summary

HRG in Allentown, PA is seeking a Senior Project Manager specializing in water resources and MS4 compliance to lead complex municipal infrastructure projects from planning through construction.

You will mentor technical staff, ensure quality and financial performance, act as client advisor, and collaborate with permitting agencies such as PADEP, USACE, FEMA and PennDOT, while delivering high-quality public infrastructure solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related degree required.
• PA Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
• 10+ years of experience in water resources and municipal/authority infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead water resources projects including stormwater utilities, flood mitigation, MS4 permits, and related infrastructure.
• Provide oversight and QA/QC of designs, studies, and reports for regulatory compliance and constructability.
• Develop and oversee construction contracts from bidding through closeout.
• Manage project budgets, forecasting, and financial performance to meet profitability targets.
• Serve as primary client contact for Municipal/Authority clients and maintain strong relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Regulatory permitting

Client relations

Travel readiness

US Driver’s License

Mentoring staff

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Project management software

Stormwater analysis software

Job description

Sr Project Management | Water Resources (MS4)

At HRG, we pride ourselves on being an employee-owned, nationally recognized consulting engineering, planning, and infrastructure solutions firm.

We are actively seeking a Senior Project Manager | Water Resources in our Allentown, PA office. As a Senior Project Manager with HRG and a focus on water resources and stormwater, you will lead complex projects from planning through construction, serve as a trusted client advisor, and mentor technical staff while ensuring quality, compliance, and financial performance. This role is ideal for an experienced leader who is passionate about delivering high-quality water resources and public infrastructure solutions for municipal and authority clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage water resources projects, including stormwater utilities, flood mitigation projects, pollution reduction plans (PRP), MS4 permits, and related public infrastructure
• Provide oversight and QA/QC of technical designs, studies, and reports to ensure accuracy, constructability, and regulatory compliance
• Develop, administer, and oversee construction contracts throughout bidding, construction, and closeout
• Manage project budgets, forecasting, contract execution, and financial performance to meet profitability targets
• Serve as the primary point of contact for Municipal and Authority clients, building strong relationships and ensuring a high level of client satisfaction
• Support permitting and compliance efforts with agencies including PADEP, USACE, FEMA, and PennDOT
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and direction to project teams and support professional development

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related degree
• Pennsylvania Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 10+ years of experience managing water resources and Municipal/Authority infrastructure projects, including stormwater systems, roadways, utilities, and construction administration
• Experience serving as a primary client contact for Municipal or Authority clients, including public meetings and project presentations
• Familiarity with regulatory permitting and compliance (PADEP, USACE, FEMA, PennDOT) and related plan/ordinance review
• Ability to manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and contracts from planning through construction
• Strong communication and leadership skills with a collaborative, client-focused approach
• Effective utilization of common business platforms such as Microsoft Office Suite, virtual meeting tools, project management systems, stormwater-related analysis/design software, etc.
• Flexibility to travel to job sites, meetings, and other offices as necessary, which may include overnight stays
• Valid US Driver’s License is required
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Life at HRG

Are you a creative problem solver who wants to make a difference in people’s everyday lives? Come find out why it’s #Good2bHRG!

• Work with Purpose & Impact: Our people design roads, bridges, water and sewer systems. They reduce pollution and protect environmental resources. They prepare sites for new homes, businesses, schools, and gathering spaces. They develop strategic plans and connect leaders to the funding they need to turn vision into reality. Join us, and use your talent to enhance safety, promote health and well-being, connect people and places, and build strong economies in the community around you.
• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits: HRG offers a generous total rewards package including bonuses and other cash rewards, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance for you and your dependents, general paid time off, paid parental leave, pet insurance, and more.
• 100% Employee Ownership: Every member of the team shares in the firm’s financial success through the company-funded employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), but ownership means so much more to us at HRG. It’s about communicating transparently, being accessible, and empowering everyone to contribute their ideas.
• Bright Opportunities for Growth: HRG has experienced steady annual growth over the past decade, adding new services and new territories across the tri-state area. We have a detailed path to continue that growth in the decade to come, and our people are the foundation of that plan. We provide ample training, mentorship, and peer networking opportunities, so you can continue to evolve your skills and take on new challenges. We also provide generous reimbursement for continuing education, licensure and certifications, and professional memberships.
• Freedom and Flexibility to Define Where and When You Work: You have many goals: professional and personal. At HRG, you’ll be able to pursue them all. Our team has incredible flexibility to adjust their schedule around their life, start the weekend early with Half-Day Fridays, and do their work at home, in the office or any combination they choose.
• Fun, Supportive Environment: HRG has a One Company mindset focused on collaboration and shared success, not competition. Our founders set out to create an enjoyable workplace, and their vision continues today with regular potlucks, picnic lunches, team building retreats, and friendly games.
• National Recognition: HRG’s people and projects have won 100s of awards, including ENR MidAtlantic’s Design Firm of the Year.
• Great Place to Work: We’ve been honored numerous times as a Top Workplace, Employer of the Year, and one of the Best Places to Work in PA. We’ve also been recognized at the national level as one of the Best Places to Work in Engineering and one of the Best Places to Work Remote/Hybrid.