Senior Water/Wastewater Operations PM – Hybrid & Growth

Baxter & Woodman; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Baxter & Woodman is hiring a Senior Water/Wastewater Operations Project Manager for our Wisconsin offices in Janesville, Waterford, or Milwaukee. This role leads municipal water/wastewater projects, manages scope, budgets, and schedules, and ensures regulatory compliance.

You’ll oversee multidisciplinary teams, mentor staff, and collaborate with leadership on client growth. A strong background in operation, licensing, and project delivery is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an environmentally focused field preferred.
• Significant experience in water/wastewater operations and laboratory procedures.
• Knowledge of Wisconsin and Illinois permit limits for wastewater quality and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison between clients, regulators, and stakeholders for water/wastewater projects.
• Lead business development, client engagement, proposals, and pursuit strategies.
• Manage projects from planning through design, construction, startup, and transition.

Skills

Project management

Client engagement

Technical writing

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental field

Tools

IEPA Water Operator License

IEPA Wastewater License (optional)

Job description

Baxter & Woodman is hiring a Senior Water/Wastewater Operations Project Manager for our Wisconsin offices in Janesville, Waterford, or Milwaukee. This role leads municipal water/wastewater projects, manages scope, budgets, and schedules, and ensures regulatory compliance.

You’ll oversee multidisciplinary teams, mentor staff, and collaborate with leadership on client growth. A strong background in operation, licensing, and project delivery is required.