Senior Water & Wastewater Project Leader

Black & Veatch; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 161,000 - 274,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Flexible work schedules

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Black & Veatch is seeking a Sr. Project Manager for Water/Wastewater, delivering leadership for local water solutions. You will maintain client relationships with municipalities, drive project execution, and ensure financial success across multiple sites, including relocation consideration for the right candidate.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, development of market plans, and mentoring staff while maintaining high standards of safety and quality in all activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Experience developing business opportunities and client proposals.
• Ability to manage budgets, contracts, and client communications.

Responsibilities

• Lead marketing efforts and strategy development for opportunities.
• Identify prospects, prepare proposals, present to clients, manage budgeting and contracting.
• Maintain client relationships with local municipalities and promote Black & Veatch.
• Develop market plans and client engagement strategies; leverage company resources.
• Oversee project execution, budgeting, invoicing, and performance reviews.
• Mentor staff and identify candidates to grow the team.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Business development

Budgeting

Proposal development

Client presentations

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Black & Veatch is seeking a Sr. Project Manager for Water/Wastewater, delivering leadership for local water solutions. You will maintain client relationships with municipalities, drive project execution, and ensure financial success across multiple sites, including relocation consideration for the right candidate.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, development of market plans, and mentoring staff while maintaining high standards of safety and quality in all activities.