Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager - Client Lead

Primary Responsibilities Support the development and implementation of strategies/initiatives for municipal water/wastewater clients. Be client facing as this role will be a key conduit between the client and HDR design teams. Establish client relations and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings. Actively participate in industry associations, ideally in a role to support such organizations (e.g., California Water Environment Association). Plan, direct, and monitor all aspects of small to large multidisciplinary projects with a high degree of technical complexity. Larger projects typically exceed $5 million and involve a large project staff. Supervise large project staffs and act as a mentor for less-experienced engineers and project managers. Produce and coordinate several projects concurrently. Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions at project sites in conjunction with Project Managers, appropriate technical professionals and other disciplines. Coordinate staffing and workload through entire project development to complete documents on schedule. Work with the Business/Accounting Manager, Project Controller or Company Controller and Department Manager or Managing Principal for project reviews. Implement QA/QC procedures. Execute training for personnel as established by strategic plans. Maintain professional engineering registration. Perform other duties as needed. Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree PMP Certification Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering 10 years related experience A minimum of 5 years of project management experience Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., Professional Engineer (PE) or P.Eng) MS Office and MS Project experience (Access experience would be a 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 We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. Compensation range: $142,758 - $231,750, depending on skills, experience, education, and geographical location (for full-time regular positions). Location: United States – California – Folsom (Primary). Other Locations: Walnut Creek, Santa Cruz. Schedule: Full-time. Employment Status: Regular. Business Class: Water Treatment. Job Posting: Apr 29, 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr HDR, Inc.