Senior Project Manager (Water/Wastewater)

Join a global professional services leader. We are committed to solving the world''s biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and urbanization. Our Southeast Water Business is growing! In response to this growth, our Water group in Charlotte, NC is looking to bring onboard a Senior Project Manager to help with the continued development and growth of GHD Water Business. You will also provide technical leadership and delivery of major water treatment, wastewater treatment, collection, distribution, and storm water studies, design, and construction engineering services throughout the region. Specific responsibilities in this role will include: Develop and foster relationships with existing and prospective clients through business development, sales, and marketing Management of projects related to master plans, sewer system evaluations and assessment, pump station design, pipeline design, and treatment plant upgrades Perform and direct the technical and production work of the team, coordinating contractual aspects of the project, and acting as primary contact for client Establish project delivery strategy and develop job management plan, QA plan, securing resources, establishing work briefs and budgets Prepare and monitor project budgets and schedules for existing projects Participate in recruiting of new staff Participate in business development and marketing strategies specific to Charlotte area. Develop pricing, scoping and win strategies for new work Mentor team members and assess work assignments provide direction and training as needed to team members Manage all communication pertaining to technical and contract project issues for client meetings Conducts work to appropriate professional standards and QA/QC requirements. Participates in QA/QC programs for other projects as requested by managers. Prepare design computations and opinions of probable construction cost Preparation of reports, specifications, drawings, construction schedules, and permits for water and wastewater design projects Direct team of subject area leads for the development of design and construction documents Collaborate with Service Line Leaders and Project Managers within and outside the Region on work sharing and business development For success in this position, you will possess the following skills and qualifications: Bachelor''s and/or Master''s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering Current Professional Engineer (PE) license (in North Carolina a plus) At least 15 years of water/wastewater design experience (more than 20 years a plus) in municipal water, wastewater, water resource, and/or conveyance projects with at least 5 years of experience in the Charlotte market Experience managing Water/Wastewater Design-Build projects Excellent written and verbal communication skills with proven ability to develop, mentor and lead professional technical staff Strong business development, proposal preparation, and marketing skills flexible and able to meet challenging deadlines A standout colleague with a strong client focus If you''re interested in pursuing this opportunity, please submit your application below! As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status. LI-JK1 Why GHD?Being the best we can be is in our culture. We are a family of smart, innovative and creative problem solvers. In our employee-owned company, everything feels like it matters more. Challenge us and help us come up with new solutions to ensure water, energy and urbanisation are made sustainable for generations to come.Our commitment to youCommitment is a powerful word that defines how we do business, how we serve our clients and how we care for one another. We will support your needs by giving you the tools to do your best work and then recognise achievements. We will set your curiosity free to allow brilliant minds to do their best work. We will invest in new ideas, removing barriers where we can. Finally, we will encourage you to collaborate with thousands of diverse people across our global business.Who we areWe are committed to solving the world''s biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and urbanisation . GHD is a global professional services company that is a leader in engineering, construction and architectural expertise. Established in 1928, we remain wholly owned by our people. We are 10,000+ diverse and skilled individuals, yet we are proudly ''One GHD'' across more than 200 offices, spanning five continents - Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America, and the Pacific region. Delivering extraordinary social and economic outcomes, we are passionate about building lasting relationships with our partners and clients. COVID Policy: Prospective and/or new employees are required to adhere with GHD''s US vaccination policy and any applicable government regulations related to COVID-19. Individuals hired for GHD positions that require in-person interactions with GHD Clients, or in-person visits to, or work at, GHD Clients sites, must comply with Client imposed requirements, including, in some instances, being fully vaccinated against COVID-19. GHD complies with federal, state, and local laws with regard to accommodations related to this policy.

Created: 2025-11-15