Water / Wastewater Project Manager

DescriptionAt 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?Watch Our Story:' ' 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. We believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make 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.HDR is looking for a Project Manager to join our Water Business Group in either our Charleston or Greenville office. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years' progressive experience leading design teams to implement water treatment and / or wastewater treatment projects through the planning, design, permitting and construction phases. They will perform client development and management activities to support our South Carolina Water Business Group team. They will need to be skilled in studies, contributing to multiple design teams, coordinating with sub-consultants and utility client staff. On a day-to-day basis, they'll also be expected to:Function as Project Manager, taking responsibility for executing projects and managing / developing multidiscipline teams, utilizing HDR's business systems and project management tools.Build team technical expertise and design production capacity through recruitment, staff development and training by leading and mentoring junior staff. Participate in leadership for technical service functions and support the development of HDR services in utility planning, asset management, and water/wastewater facilities planning and design. Some regional / national travel will be expected.Perform other duties as needed.Preferred Qualifications 10 years related or equivalent experience including project management experiencePMP certificationLocal candidates are preferred*LI-SM1QualificationsRequired Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering 7 years related experience inclusive of a minimum 2 years experience in project managementRequires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.MS Office and MS Project experience is required Demonstrated leadership skills An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a mustWhat We BelieveHDR 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 CommitmentAs employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.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.Job Field: WaterSchedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: Regular