W/WW PM
Senior Project Manager - Water & Wastewater
Location: Kansas City. MO/Wichita, KS
Travel: ~25%
Are you an experienced leader in water and wastewater projects looking for your next big opportunity? My client is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join their dynamic West Central team for 2026. This is a chance to work on impactful municipal projects that improve communities while advancing your career in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment across the Midwest as well as multiple other states.
Why This Role?
- Lead Major Projects: Take ownership of planning and design for municipal drinking water, wastewater treatment, and pump station projects.
- Shape the Future: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering teams, enhancing water services design capabilities.
- Drive Success: Manage scope, schedule, and budgets while ensuring top-quality deliverable.
- Influence & Network: Build strong relationships with key decision-makers and participate in industry-leading professional societies.
- Business Development: Play a key role in proposals, client meetings, and strategic growth initiatives.
What We're Looking For:
- Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of experience in water/wastewater project management across the Midwest.
- PMP (PMI), CCM, or DBIA certification (or ability to obtain within 12 months).
- Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
- Willingness to travel (~25%).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Degree in civil, environmental, or chemical engineering.
- Professional Engineering (PE) license.
- Proven experience managing municipal water/wastewater design projects in Kansas or surrounding regions.
- Business development experience, including proposals and client presentations.
What's in It for You?
- Work with a respected industry leader on projects that make a real difference.
- Collaborative, supportive culture focused on professional growth.
- Opportunities to participate in cutting-edge water resource initiatives.
If this sounds like you or if you know anyone interested in joining a global civil consultancy specialized in the water market, please get in touch.
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