Project Manager; Water​/Wastewater

Job Description

The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated. 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 Northeast Water business is expanding and we’re seeking a Project Manager in Pennsylvania
. In this pivotal role, you’ll spearhead investigations, design development, and project execution for water and wastewater treatment, distribution, and collection systems across the state. As Project Manager
, you’ll oversee multi‑disciplinary treatment facility designs, conduct alternatives analyses and economic evaluations, and manage collection and distribution projects—including linear and pumping systems. You’ll also lead treatability studies (bench testing, pilot plant evaluations) and contribute to financial and operational reviews. Your leadership will extend to managing team performance, utilisation, and engagement, mentoring emerging professionals and collaborating with senior business leaders to drive positive outcomes.

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.

• Design engineering solutions and validate them to meet functional, performance, aesthetic, and cost goals within regulatory standards.
• Contribute to drafting engineering standards and specifications, evaluating their effectiveness.
• Deliver small‑ or medium‑scale projects within a program management plan.
• Analyse information, specify process steps, machinery, and equipment to design and continuously improve manufacturing or materials processes.
• Manage day‑to‑day relationships with contract service providers.
• Define and deliver products and services that meet customer needs.
• Work within knowledge‑management systems to deliver outcomes.
• Develop own capabilities via assessment, planning, training, and coaching; maintain professional accreditation.
• Carry out inspections to evaluate quality of engineering works and specify remedial works.
• Identify shortcomings in existing processes, systems, and procedures, and use change‑management programmes to address them.
• Support client and customer management, working with small to large key clients.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering or closely related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in PA or ability to acquire it.
• At least 6 years of relevant water engineering experience.
• Knowledge of water regulations including wastewater treatment, conveyance, surface water treatment, lead and copper, disinfection by‑product rules.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willing and able to travel to project sites and client meetings as needed.

GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, disability, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee‑owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents. We pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact and address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy, and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.