Senior Project Manager, Water/Wastewater

Westwood Professional Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. seeks a Senior Project Manager in Austin, TX, to drive growth in water/wastewater engineering. Candidates should have 10+ years in design and management, with at least 6 years focused on water/wastewater. This leadership position requires technical expertise, strategic insight, and excellence in client relationship management, alongside project delivery responsibilities.

It offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of infrastructure projects and mentoring staff while ensuring high standards. Ideal candidates will be licensed Professional Civil Engineers in Texas or eligible within 6 months.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in design, management, and business development.
• 6+ years of experience in water/wastewater engineering.
• Licensed Professional Civil Engineer in Texas (or eligible within 6 months).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategic plan for growth.
• Lead preparation of service-specific proposals and drive innovation.
• Ensure quality and consistency in project deliverables.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and partners.
• Manage the design and delivery of projects efficiently.

Skills

Project management

Team building

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Business development

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Project Manager, Water/Wastewater

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager/Local Service Lead in Austin, TX to drive and grow our water/wastewater engineering practice. This leadership role involves strategic planning, team development, innovation, and collaboration to enhance our market presence and technical excellence.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of progressive experience in design, management, and business development, with at least 6 years in water/wastewater engineering, and be a licensed Professional Civil Engineer in Texas (or eligible within 6 months). This position offers an opportunity to shape the future of water/wastewater.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to develop and implement a comprehensive strategic plan focused on short‑and‑long term growth
• Lead service‑specific proposal efforts, providing technical expertise and driving innovation in our project approaches
• Stay ahead of industry trends, leveraging this insight to enhance our service offerings and project delivery methods
• Implement and uphold high standards for our work products, from design standards to project reports, ensuring quality and consistency across the board
• Represent clients and the firm in meetings with governmental agencies
• Lead business development activities
• Build relationships internally and externally with clients and strategic partners
• Negotiate contract terms and conditions
• Manage the design and delivery of projects in a profitable manner
• Supervise the work of engineers and/or technical support personnel assigned to the project
• Develop project work plans and budget projections and effectively deploy resources
• Review, interpret, and act upon business metrics, including utilization, backlog, work in process, and accounts receivable
• Prepare, maintain, and coordinate schedules of multiple concurrent projects
• Develop and track milestones to ensure on‑time and on‑budget delivery
• Implement and maintain QA/QC procedures
• Participate in contract bidding, provide limited observation during construction, review submittals and RFIs
• Resolve design conflicts and field construction issues
• Grow, mentor and train staff

Required Skills

• Leader with experience in project management, team building, and technical leadership
• Ready to guide our team with strategic insight and a commitment to excellence
• Develop and implement marketing strategies, building client relationships
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of engaging effectively at all organizational levels
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a deep understanding of the water/wastewater consulting business
• Proven track record in operations, business development, and technical project management within the water/wastewater or related sectors
• Ability to travel as needed to project sites and other Westwood offices nationwide

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Texas (or capable of obtaining within 6 months)
• 10+ years or progressive experience in design, management, and business development
• 6+ years of experience in water/wastewater engineering

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Westwood is a consulting firm with over 50 years of experience in infrastructure and environmental projects, dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and operational excellence.

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.