Water/Wastewater Engineering Client Manager

Baxter & Woodman; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Parental leave

Health benefits

401k

Stock ownership

EAP and advisory services

Financial wellness programs

Job summary

Baxter & Woodman is hiring a Water/Wastewater Engineering Client Manager in Houston or Katy, TX. You will oversee a department team, manage client relationships, and lead projects from scope through delivery.

The role requires a PE in Texas or reciprocity eligibility, ABET-accredited civil/environmental degree, and 5+ years in client or project management. The firm offers flexible schedules, strong benefits, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Texas PE registration or eligible via reciprocity.
• 5+ years of client management or project management experience.
• Experience with municipal utilities or local municipalities.
• Knowledge of water/wastewater systems and applicable regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team in the Water/Wastewater Department and assign work.
• Develop and manage client relationships and lead projects from scope to delivery.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams on both small and large projects.
• Prepare proposals and statements of qualifications with business development.
• Attend utility district and agency meetings to resolve questions.

Skills

Client management

Project management

Team leadership

Technical writing

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

ABET accredited BS in Civil/Environmental Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas

Job description

Your future position

WaterWastewater 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 WaterWastewater 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 WaterWastewater 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 companys 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 andor 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 BS 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 andor 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 120000 165000 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

• 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 401k plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Program fostering shared success and long term financial security

Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity VetDisability employer