Jobs · Engineering · Wisconsin

Sr. Industrial Wastewater Project Manager

HDR · Milwaukee, WI · 1 wk ago
On-siteEngineering$131k–$187k/yrFull-time

About the role

We're looking for a Sr. Industrial Wastewater Project Manager who can lead, direct, develop, and market projects involving the planning, design, and construction administration of industrial water and wastewater facilities. You'll also be involved in project and task management, providing technical support, and leading the preparation of engineering plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

  • Direct and manage project staff
  • Lead industrial water/wastewater projects as a project director and/or project manager
  • Be involved in marketing and planning of proposals and interviews
  • Provide project and task management
  • Conduct difficult to complex process engineering for both projects and proposals
  • Collect, assimilate, and present data in reports, memos, and public forums
  • Lead production of design calculations and technical reports
  • Lead preparation of engineering plans and specifications for design of industrial water and wastewater treatment facilities
  • Experience with design/build is also desirable

Requirements

  • Experience directing project staff
  • 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
  • Strong oral and written communication and listening skills, including good leadership and organizational skills
  • Experience handling multiple assignments
  • Experience with design/build is also desirable
  • Master’s Degree
  • PMP certification

Preferred Qualifications

  • PE strongly preferred
  • Experience in municipal or industrial water and wastewater systems planning and design, including project management
  • Experience in business development and strategic planning within industrial facility environments
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a project team
  • Strong oral and written communication and listening skills, including good leadership and organizational skills

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package 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.

Pay

The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. For example, in Minnesota, the range is $131,198 - $187,425.

Schedule

This is a Full-time position.

Employee Status

This is a Regular position.

Business Class

Industrial Water/Wastewater Services

Job Posting Date

Jul 7, 2026

Company Beliefs

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.

Company Commitment

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. We are committed to the principles of employment equity and fostering a collaborative culture where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

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