Program Manager - Water/Wastewater

About the role

We are seeking a Water/Wastewater Program Manager to join our Red River Area Public Works Team. The ideal candidate will thrive as a vital part of a solutions-focused and collaborative water team, with a commitment to quality, innovation, and excellence. This position supports our growing water market in Texas and Oklahoma. Candidates may choose to sit in our Austin, San Antonio, Dallas, or Houston Offices.

Our Public Works Team includes over 20 engineers and scientists, as well as a larger national community of practice. We take a collaborative approach to project delivery, business development, and operational success, offering opportunities for professional development and career growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in technical, cost, and scheduling decisions, ensuring company quality standards and driving customer value.
• Successfully manage projects for water and/or wastewater clients, both new and long-term, supported by talented project teams of engineers, scientists, and planners to deliver a full range of water-related engineering services.
• Nurture and grow client relationships and contracts that include complex, multi-disciplinary projects in planning, design, and construction.
• Participate in technical/project scoping activities and proposal presentations with targeted clients.
• Mentor the technical development of staff and grow the team.
• Manage projects, present at technical conferences, and engage in technical committees.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
• Minimum 8 years of related experience in water and wastewater facilities engineering; preferred 12+ years of related experience.
• Strong knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes, hydraulic design, and infrastructure.
• Proficient in engineering design and modeling software, such as AutoCAD, WaterCAD, or similar.
• Experience with project management, including planning, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Business Development experience; client contacts and/or lead client engagements required.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and presentation abilities, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capabilities.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Benefits

• Excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) plan.
• Paid holidays.
• Reimbursements for continuing education as well as expenses associated with trainings and certifications.
• Opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.
• Flexible work arrangements.

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination and is a stronger organization through diversity, equity, and inclusion.