Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

Westwood Professional Services; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. seeks a Sr. Project Manager/Local Service Lead in Fresno, California to grow its water/wastewater engineering practice and lead delivery of complex projects.

The role requires 10+ years of progressive design, management, and business development experience, with at least 6 years in water/wastewater engineering, and California PE eligibility. You will mentor staff and develop strategic plans with leadership.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategic growth plan with leadership.
• Lead service-specific proposal efforts and drive project approaches with technical depth.
• Stay ahead of industry trends to enhance service offerings and delivery methods.
• Uphold high QA/QC standards across design, reporting, and deliverables.
• Represent clients and the firm in meetings with governmental agencies.
• Grow, mentor and train staff to build a strong team.
• Negotiate contract terms and manage design and delivery within budget and schedule.

Skills

Project leadership

Strategic planning

Marketing strategies

Communication skills

Water/wastewater domain

Operations & BD

Travel willingness

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sr. Project Manager/Local Service Lead – Fresno, California

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Project Manager/Local Service Lead in Fresno, California 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 and at least 6 of those years in water/wastewater engineering, be licensed Professional Civil Engineers in California (or eligible within 6 months), and possess a strong project management and team leadership background. With a focus on developing business strategies and advancing service initiatives, this position offers the 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 California (or capable of obtaining within 6 months)
• 10+ years of progressive experience in design, management, and business development
• 6+ years of experience in water/wastewater engineering

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative "One Team" mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.

We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients' success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.

We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving‑back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.

Join us in creating a better world.

In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry’s top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award‑winning projects nationwide.

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. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary Description

$150,000 - $250,000