Sr. Wastewater Project Manager

HDR; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 97,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Wastewater Project Manager to join their Water Business Group in Kansas City. The role involves managing wastewater projects, developing business strategies, and leading client relationships. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in municipal wastewater systems and strong leadership skills. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the community and contribute to innovative water solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in design of complex municipal wastewater systems.
• 5+ years project management experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage key projects and client relationships.
• Develop business strategies for wastewater market.
• Oversee staff development and project management.

Skills

Leadership

Business Development

Strategic Planning

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

MS in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Job Description

HDR is currently in need of a Senior Wastewater Project Manager (PM) to work as a member of our Water Business Group in Kansas City or St. Louis, Missouri. This position will be responsible for assisting in the growth and development of the Wastewater Market Sector in Missouri and Kansas, which includes projects such as treatment facilities, pipelines and pump stations, alternative delivery methods and master planning. Primary responsibilities include advancing business development strategies, development and pursuit of new clients and new projects, client and project management for key projects, technical input on projects, and staff development. Collaborate with other Business Class and Marketing staff in the pursuit of new projects, taking a leadership role in key pursuits. Serve as client manager for key clients providing leadership in addressing client issues and coordination of multiple projects. Serve as PM for key/strategic projects, provide technical input for business class, and assist in developing capabilities of Business Class staff. Oversee development and direction of key staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Experience in alternative project delivery methods.
• Project Management Professional certification.
• 10+ years in the design of complex municipal wastewater systems.
• Strong technical background of wastewater treatment unit processes.
• Proven project leadership, management, min. 5 years (staffing, schedule, budget and mentoring skills).
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
• Strong business development and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent team player with ability to function effectively in a variety of roles on integrated project teams.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• 10 years related experience
• A minimum 5 years project management experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• MS Office and MS Project experience (Access experience would be plus)
• Demonstrated leadership, business development and strategic planning skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
  
  

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location:

United States-Missouri-Kansas City

Other Locations:

United States-Missouri-St Louis

Industry:

Water

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:

Regular

BusinessClass:

WW Treatment and Effluent Mgmt

Job Posting:

Mar 10, 2025


At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management, Consulting, and Engineering

• Industries

  Architecture and Planning, Civil Engineering, and Design Services

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