Senior Wastewater Project Manager - Water Infrastructure Leader

HDR; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex wastewater projects in the Nebraska/Iowa region, driving technical design, schedules and budgets. You will mentor staff and collaborate with HDR’s water market groups to win new work.

The role requires a PE license, a bachelor’s in engineering, and at least seven years of related experience, including two years in project management. HDR supports a collaborative, employee‑owned culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• Minimum 7 years of related experience.
• Minimum 2 years of project management experience.
• Professional engineering license recognized in the position location (PE or equivalent).
• Experience with MS Office and MS Project; Access is a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership and HDR culture participation.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of engineering services and manage complex wastewater projects.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and manage scope, schedule, budget and staffing.
• Maintain QA/QC and ensure high-quality project delivery.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and manage client communications.
• Collaborate across HDR water market sectors to pursue opportunities.
• Serve as Project Manager for key projects and mentor staff.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client relationship management

Mentoring staff

Quality & process focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

HDR is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex wastewater projects in the Nebraska/Iowa region, driving technical design, schedules and budgets. You will mentor staff and collaborate with HDR’s water market groups to win new work.

The role requires a PE license, a bachelor’s in engineering, and at least seven years of related experience, including two years in project management. HDR supports a collaborative, employee‑owned culture.