Project Manager - Water / Wastewater

Imagine a place where responsibility is shared equally among all employees. Where leaders are approachable, and the open-door policy is the rule. Where employees are tasked to be innovative and work with an entrepreneurial spirit.

Welcome to Manhard Consulting! We see problems as an opportunity for creativity, and we are looking for problem solvers to join our dynamic team. Our firm is organized into small teams to give you a strong sense of accountability and to achieve great results.


Responsible for leading the design and management of water and wastewater projects, including W/WW pipelines, force mains, pump stations, lift stations, treatment plants, water supply systems, and solids handling facilities. This role requires expertise in areas of water and wastewater systems, treatment plant evaluation and design, rehabilitation and expansion, and master planning. You will use your technical abilities for the planning, analysis, and design of projects for municipalities throughout East and Southeast Texas. This role will manage multiple projects, ensuring seamless coordination with clients, sub-consultants, and internal teams across East and Southeast Texas.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Lead the design of water and wastewater pipelines and force mains, pump stations, lift stations, treatment plants, water supply systems, and solids handling facilities.
• Prepare plans, specifications, cost opinions, schedules, and permits for preliminary and final designs for assigned projects.
• Manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets. Direct and oversee design, QA/QC, and project workloads.
• Develop and present proposals for engineering services.
• Coordinate and approve pricing, estimating, and proposed strategies for proposed projects.
• Serve as a designated client contact, fostering strong relationships and ensuring satisfaction.
• Supervise and monitor client relationship strategies.
• Forecast team workload and resource needs.
• Supervise and mentor technical staff, assigning tasks and conducting performance reviews and career development discussions for team members.
• Meets/corresponds with clients to obtain direction/feedback.
• Conduct site visits and attend client meetings, occasionally outside of regular business hours.
• Ensure accurate client billing and monitor outstanding accounts receivable and collection efforts on their projects.
• Engage in business development activities to expand client relationships and opportunities.
• Maintain regular and constructive communication with clientele and project team members, including regular project meetings.
• Perform equipment evaluations and develop technical reports.
• Light travel, mostly in the Houston metro area, for project needs as they arise.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
• Strong understanding of the most current water and/or wastewater regulations.
• Outstanding writing, communications and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and AutoCAD Civil 3D. Unanet a plus.
• Must be fluent in the English language.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university
• Minimum of 8 years design experience in water and wastewater systems, treatment plant evaluation and design, rehabilitation and expansion, and master planning.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Texas.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

WORK ENVIRONMENT OR PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop; kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Employer’s Disclaimer:
• This job description is meant to describe the general nature of work performed. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.
• The Firm rese