Senior Water Project Manager - Conveyance

GHD • Dallas, TX

80d

About The Position

The importance of water to the health of our world can't be overstated. Water is essential for all living organisms to survive and thrive. The water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front to preserve this most essential resource. Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next in the water industry. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community. You'll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in environmental or civil engineering.
• Professional Engineer license in Texas or ability to acquire upon six months of hiring date.
• 10+ years of water/wastewater design experience in municipal water, wastewater, water resource, and/or conveyance projects in the Central US region; preference to 10 years of experience in the Texas market.
• Significant experience in de-salination plants, water and wastewater treatment, conveyance and pump station.
• Experience in coordinating and simultaneously managing multiple tasks while maintaining a high degree of attention to detail, schedule and budget.
• Ability to present technical information, both written and orally, in a concise and professional manner; must have strong technical writing skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory/permitting agencies including TCEQ, and EPA.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, and implementation of water and wastewater conveyance projects, including pipelines, force mains, gravity sewers, and pump stations.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and quality control across all phases.
• Coordinate with clients, permitting agencies, contractors, and internal technical teams.
• Prepare and review engineering reports, design documents, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Support permitting and environmental documentation processes.
• Conduct work to appropriate professional standards and to the firm's QA/QC requirements.
• Participate in QA/QC programs for other projects as requested by managers.
• Perform schedule reviews on construction projects and maintain/develop schedules for design and construction of assigned projects.
• Provide mentoring to engineering staff to support the team's technical skill development.
• Manage projects' budget and schedule.
• Lead proposal development efforts for new business.
• Grow relationships with existing and prospective clients; this includes business development, sales and marketing.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees