Wastewater Project Manager

HDR•Madison, WI

About The Position

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? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/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. Our Madison team is actively growing its client base and expanding its presence across Wisconsin and the Midwest, creating exciting opportunities to help shape our practice's future. You'll work with a diverse range of municipal and private-sector clients, including local governments, utilities, food and beverage manufacturers, industrial facilities, and emerging industries facing complex wastewater treatment and water quality challenges. As our team continues to build strong client relationships, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to business growth, develop lasting partnerships, and support projects both locally and nationwide. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve difficult problems with technical excellence, innovation, and commitment to client success. This isn't just a job—it's an opportunity to help grow a thriving practice while delivering impactful solutions that enable communities and industries nationwide to achieve lasting environmental and operational outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering
7 years related experience inclusive of a minimum 2 years experience in project management
Requires 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 must

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or related Engineering field
10+ years of experience with municipal or industrial wastewater treatment and treatment process design
Experience with municipal or industrial wastewater treatment and treatment process design
Experience working with food and beverage, manufacturing, life sciences, semiconductor, data center, or other industrial clients
Existing relationships with municipal utilities and/or private-sector clients in Wisconsin or the Midwest
PMP certification
Experience managing large multidisciplinary wastewater projects
Business development and client management experience

Responsibilities

Lead and manage municipal and industrial wastewater projects from planning and design through construction and startup
Serve as Project Manager for wastewater treatment plant improvements, process optimization projects, industrial pretreatment systems, nutrient removal facilities, pump stations, collection systems, and water reuse projects
Develop and maintain strong relationships with both public-sector and private-sector clients
Coordinate and direct multidisciplinary teams including process, civil, mechanical, structural, electrical, and instrumentation engineers
Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk throughout the project lifecycle
Lead project meetings, workshops, and presentations with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders
Support business development activities, including client engagement, proposal preparation, project interviews, and strategic planning
Identify and pursue opportunities with municipal utilities, industrial manufacturers, food and beverage producers, and other wastewater clients
Mentor and support the development of junior engineers and project managers
Implement HDR quality management and QA/QC procedures
Coordinate staffing and workload planning to successfully deliver multiple projects concurrently
Track project financial performance and coordinate with operational and business leadership on project reviews
Perform other duties as needed