Project Manager (Water & Wastewater

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.

We’re seeking an experienced
Project Manager
to join our Water team in
Massachusetts
. This position can be based in
Hyannisor Burlington
. In this role, you will lead the charge on planning, design, and construction for a variety of water-related projects—including wastewater, drinking water, and stormwater systems that serve communities across the region.

As aProject Manager, you’ll take ownership of key project tasks such as conducting planning studies, preparing engineering reports, and overseeing design and construction efforts. You’ll lead multi-disciplinary teams, troubleshoot complex system operations, and develop innovative solutions for treatment and conveyance challenges. Your expertise will guide compliance reviews with state and federal regulations, and you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping layouts for treatment facilities and collection systems.

Beyond technical leadership, you’ll engage with clients and consultants, manage budgets and schedules, and contribute to professional societies—ensuring your work drives both operational excellence and industry advancement.

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering or other relevant Engineering discipline
• Professional Engineer license in Massachusetts or have the ability to obtain within 2 years
• 10+ years of municipal water/wastewater/stormwater experience; previous work in the State of Massachusetts is a plus
• Water and wastewater planning, design (collection systems, pump stations, wastewater and/or water treatment facilities), construction experience a plus

Benefits:

• 401K – Employees are eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service
• Paid time off – Our PTO benefit is designed to provide eligible employees with a period of rest and relaxation, sick, and personal time throughout the year. PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service
• Holiday Pay – Holiday pay is provided for eligible employees. GHD observes 9 holidays per year. Holiday pay will be based on the regular set schedule for the employee
• Wellness Benefit
  - Regular full-term employees are eligible to participate in the wellness reimbursement program. GHD will reimburse 50% of the cost of the following to maximum of $250.00 reimbursement annually for such items as:
  Health club membership fees, home exercise equipment purchases, Bicycles, Race, run & marathon entrance fees, Smoking cessation programs, Weight loss programs (i.e.—Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig), Fitbits and Fitness Tracking devices

Salary range: $98,700-$188,000 based on experience & location

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.