Water/Wastewater Engineering Client Manager

baxterwoodman; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work week

Work from home option

Paid time off

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Employee stock ownership

Job summary

Baxter & Woodman seeks a Water/Wastewater Engineering Client Manager in our Houston or Katy, Texas office. You will oversee a team, manage projects of varying complexity, and cultivate strong client relationships while aligning with regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes leadership, technical excellence, and proactive communication with clients and agencies, with opportunities to mentor staff and contribute to business development.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering.
• Texas Professional Engineer registration or reciprocity with Texas.
• Experience in water/wastewater utilities and client management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate water and wastewater projects for clients in Houston/Katy.
• Develop scopes, budgets, and schedules for multiple projects.
• Interface with clients, agencies, and internal teams to meet expectations.
• Mentor staff, prepare proposals, and coordinate with business development.
• Travel within the assigned service areas as needed.

Skills

Client management

Project management

Design

Regulatory knowledge

Municipal utilities experience

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. Civil/Environmental Eng

Job description

Your future position: Water/Wastewater Engineering Client Manager

Location: Houston or Katy, TX

Why you should join our team! Why Baxter & Woodman?

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2026 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

About the role, Your Impact

Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a Water/Wastewater Engineering Client Manager in our Houston or Katy, Texas office. This position oversees the work of others and assigns work to a team of employees within the Water/Wastewater Department. This includes management of both small projects and large complex projects involving special skills and multi-disciplinary teams. Develops strong relationships with clients and performs the role of client manager. Makes decisions and recommendations that are recognized as authoritative and impact company's performance and activity. Supervises and coordinates the activities within the department in support of corporate policies, goals, and objectives. Represents the company in the industry and sets an example for staff.

What your day-to-day will look like

• Attend utility district meetings, sometimes outside of business hours.
• Prepare and/or monitor project scopes, budgets, schedules to ensure an economical timely delivery of projects.
• Coordinate with departments to ensure projects are in line with client expectations.
• Manage certain projects to deliver projects within scope, budget, and schedule.
• Represent the company in client and agency meetings to resolve questions and to plan and coordinate work.
• Review draft agreements. Provide input and approval for scope and fee.
• Make decisions independently and take responsibility for project management and project engineering solutions.
• Communicate and coordinate efforts and ideas with peers and management team.
• Prepare engineering project proposals and statement of qualifications in coordination with the business development and marketing departments.
• Provide knowledge transfer and training opportunities for staff.

Education/Certification Requirements

• An ABET accredited B.S. degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or applicable alternate engineering degree.
• Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Texas or can acquire registration through reciprocity.

Must-haves, what you will bring

• 5 or more years of related experience in client management, project management, or design.
• Experience with municipal utility district and/or experience with other local municipalities.
• Working knowledge of TCEQ, City of Houston, and County regulations.
• Working knowledge of water and wastewater systems.
• Broad knowledge of principles of engineering.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from other managers, clients, and the general public.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.
• Ability to travel throughout assigned office service areas (own transportation).
• Excellent technical writing skills.
• Strong verbal, computer, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Compensation The pay range for this role is $120,000-$165,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

You matter! Our outstanding benefits - At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits.

• Flexible work arrangements, including a four-and-a-half-day work week, the option for varied schedules, and the option to work from home
• Generous paid time off including vacation, personal time, sick time, and paid holidays
• Four weeks of paid parental leave
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Additional insurance coverage options for accidents and cancer
• Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support
• Financial wellness resources such as financial planning, life and disability insurance, and tax-advantaged savings plans
• Industry-leading 401(k) plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Program, fostering shared success and long-term financial security

Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity - Vet/Disability employer