Texas Gulf Coast Wastewater Treatment Team Lead

HDR; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking an experienced Project Manager or Design Engineer in Houston, Texas. This role involves overseeing production operations, leading staff development, and engaging with industrial clients. Qualified candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of experience in the water sector. The position emphasizes communication, leadership, and organizational skills within an employee-owned culture. Responsibilities also include participation in marketing planning and proposal development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in the water industry.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments concurrently.
• Commitment to being an active participant in an employee‑owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the responsibility for operations of the production section.
• Function as a Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager, or Design Engineer.
• Engage with clients in marketing and project production.
• Ensure all work is managed through proactive management systems.

Skills

Strong communication and listening skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assist in the responsibility for operations of the production section, including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control, and marketing support.
• Function as a Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager, or Design Engineer, while handling production responsibilities on projects.
• Take administrative responsibility for section staff and technical service functions, and coordinate services with other sections.
• Participate in marketing planning, proposal development, and client interviews.
• Engage directly with industrial and public clients in marketing, project production, and related activities.
• Ensure all work is planned, organized, controlled, and evaluated through proactive project management systems.
• Implement, monitor, and support company policy.
• Select, train, develop, and manage technical personnel.
• Collaborate with National Directors and marketing staff on local and national marketing and production efforts.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Texas Professional Engineer license or ability to obtain reciprocity.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in the water industry.
• Professional registration, license, or certification may be required based on the role.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments concurrently.
• Good leadership and organizational skills.
• Commitment to being an active participant in an employee‑owned culture.

Primary Location: United States - Texas - Houston

Other Locations: United States - Texas - Corpus Christi

Job Posting Date: May 12, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal‑opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.