Industrial Wastewater Project Manager

Industrial Wastewater Project Manager

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? We believe industry drives progress. As part of our Industrial sector, you'll help shape efficient, advanced infrastructure and environmental stewardship. We partner with clients across industries to responsibly optimize processes, modernize facilities and solve complex challenges. Our work spans the full project life cycle, from up-front evaluation and planning studies through design and into construction monitoring and operations. You can help clients push boundaries and meet evolving industrial demands while supporting resilient infrastructure and responsible growth. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to engineer smarter solutions, drive industrial innovation and make a lasting impact. Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Industrial Wastewater Project Manager, we'll count on you to lead, direct, develop and market projects involving the planning, design and construction administration of industrial water and wastewater facilities. You will also:

• Experience directing project staff and will lead industrial water/wastewater projects as a project director and/or project manager and be involved in marketing and planning of proposals and interviews.
• Provide project and task management; conducting difficult to complex process engineering for both projects and proposals; collecting, assimilating, and presenting data in reports, memos and public forums; leading production of design calculations and technical reports; and leading preparation of engineering plans and specifications for design of industrial water and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Experience with design/build is also desirable.
• Possess strong oral and written communication and listening skills including good leadership and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PE strongly preferred
• Master's Degree
• PMP certification
• Experience in municipal or industrial water and wastewater systems planning and design, including project management.
• Technical background in process design of industrial organic water/wastewater treatment facilities.
• Demonstrated business development and strategic planning skills within industrial facility environments.
• Self-motivated with an ability to work both independently and with collaboratively with project teams
• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team.

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

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes 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. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Minnesota: $116,498 - $166,425.

Primary Location: United States-Nebraska-Omaha

Other Locations: United States-Minnesota-St. Paul, United States-Missouri-St Louis, United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis, United States-Iowa-Des Moines, United States-Missouri-Kansas City, United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park, United States-Iowa-Cedar Rapids, United States-Wisconsin-Madison

Industry: Industrial

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Industrial Water/Wastewater Services

Job Posting: Mar 23, 2026

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