Job Description

Job Title: Project Director – Water/Wastewater Treatment

Location: San Francisco, CA

Company Type: Large Engineering / Construction / Environmental Services Firm

Job Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Vice President, Infrastructure / Regional Director

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Project Director – Water/Wastewater to lead complex water infrastructure projects in the San Francisco Bay Area. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in water wastewater treatment , proven leadership in managing multi-million-dollar infrastructure projects, and a track record of client success within the public or utility sector.

This role offers the opportunity to drive impactful projects addressing California’s critical water challenges, including potable reuse, advanced treatment technologies, aging infrastructure rehabilitation, and sustainable design.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership : Lead planning, design, and execution of large-scale water and wastewater treatment projects (>$50M+ in value), ensuring scope, budget, schedule, and quality goals are met.
• Team Management : Oversee multidisciplinary teams including project managers, engineers, subconsultants, and construction personnel.
• Client Engagement : Serve as the primary point of contact for key public sector clients (e.g., SFPUC, EBMUD, regional utilities); build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Technical Oversight : Provide senior-level guidance on water treatment technologies, regulatory compliance, permitting, and construction management.
• Financial Accountability : Manage project financials, contracts, risk mitigation, and resource allocation.
• Strategic Growth : Support business development efforts, including proposals, interviews, and positioning strategy for upcoming projects in the Bay Area and greater California region.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
• 15+ years of experience in water/wastewater infrastructure, with at least 8 years in project leadership roles
• Proven expertise in water wastewater treatment
• Experience managing large-scale design-build or CMAR projects preferred
• Strong understanding of California environmental and regulatory frameworks (SWRCB, RWQCB, CEQA, etc.)
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in California (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
• PMP certification is a plus
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary + performance bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible hybrid work model
• Relocation assistance available (if needed)

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