Senior Project Manager (Water / Wastewater Treatment)

As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front. 

Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community. 

You’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.

Our US East Water team is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to help accelerate the growth of our Water Business across South Carolina and Georgia. This is a high-impact role where you’ll provide technical leadership through the delivery of major water and wastewater treatment initiatives, including master plans, facility evaluations, and the design and construction of water/wastewater treatment plant upgrades. You’ll serve as the project’s primary client contact; guiding project strategy, managing budgets and schedules, and ensuring excellence throughout every phase of project execution.

Beyond project delivery, you’ll play a central role in business development; crafting winning strategies, developing proposal pricing, and building lasting relationships with large clients in South Carolina and neighboring states. This role offers an opportunity to expand our regional footprint by contributing to recruiting efforts, developing, mentoring, and growing a team of less senior project management staff. 

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

This position can be based in one of the following office locations: Columbia, SC | Hilton Head (Bluffton), SC | Savannah, GA

• →A bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or a related field of study with a water/wastewater focus
• →A Professional Engineering license in South Carolina or Georgia
• →A minimum 15 years of experience in the planning, design and construction of water and wastewater infrastructure treatment facilities (with at least 5 years serving clients in South Carolina/Georgia region)
• →A standout leader with a strong client focus and business acumen
• →Excellent written and oral communication skills with proven ability to develop, mentor and lead professional technical staff

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, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

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