Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Location: Houston or Katy, TX

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 Project Manager in our Houston, Texas office. This position will manage and design water and wastewater facility and infrastructure projects while developing business through management of existing clients. A successful candidate will benefit from a unique opportunity for advancement to potentially leading technical teams and managing departments.

What Your Day-to-Day Will Look Like

• Prepare and monitor project scopes, budgets, schedules to ensure an economical timely delivery of projects.
• Ensure all technical aspects of the project, including the design, specifications, and reports, follow Baxter & Woodman company quality objective as well as all local, state, and federal criteria.
• Make decisions independently and take responsibility for project engineering solutions.
• Communicate and coordinate efforts and ideas with peers and management team.
• Lead single and multi-disciplined projects providing technical guidance and mentoring of project team members.
• Prepare and review water and wastewater treatment plant designs and water and wastewater collection infrastructure designs.
• Represent the company in client and agency meetings to resolve questions and to plan and coordinate work.

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

• 6+ years of experience related to water or wastewater plant and infrastructure design.
• Operational knowledge of TCEQ, City of Houston, Harris County, and Montgomery County regulations.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general technical periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Strong verbal, computer, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to travel throughout assigned office service areas (own transportation).

Compensation

The pay range for this role is $110,000-$160,000. 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