Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Manager in Corpus Christi, Texas, to lead significant water projects, ensuring operational compliance and project delivery.

The ideal candidate needs a Bachelor's degree with over 7 years of experience and at least 2 years in project management. You will work with design teams, manage client expectations, and track project finances effectively.

This role offers an opportunity for meaningful impact on community water management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years related experience in water resources management.
• At least 2 years of project management experience.
• Ability to interact with design teams and manage project timelines.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage small to medium projects.
• Coordinate work of professional staff.
• Establish client relations and manage meetings.
• Ensure compliance with governing agency standards.
• Track financial aspects of projects.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Client relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Water/Wastewater Project Manager - ( 193273 )

At HDR, our employee-owners foster a culture of inclusion and are dedicated to delivering safe drinking water, treating wastewater responsibly, developing sustainable water supplies, and protecting lives and property through flood control. As a member of the Water Business Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come, directly supporting public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. Your work will involve modernizing aging systems and pioneering innovative approaches, making a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This isn’t just a job—it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage all aspects of small to medium single-discipline projects or large, routine projects
• Independently coordinate work of professional staff and balance team throughout entire project's development
• Establish client relations, and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings
• Participate in reviews with various governing agencies for compliance
• Conduct work sessions for design development and contract document in conjunction with other staff
• Coordinate workload through entire project development, and ensure completion of documents on schedule
• Track financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust work effort with team to ensure that work is completed within parameters of agreed-to schedule
• Work with Business/Accounting Manager or Project Controller and Department Manager for project reviews and with company management as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• A license/certification
• PMP certification
• Experience in advancing digital delivery and AI-supported workflows in infrastructure projects

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 7 years related experience
• A minimum of 2 years project management experience
• Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Location

Houston, Texas, USA

EEO Statement

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.