Design Manager - Water/Wastewater

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Here, you’ll have the opportunity, flexibility, and sense of belonging to grow your career your way—while making a real impact

As a Design Manager specializing in industrial wastewater treatment systems, you will play a crucial role in addressing the complex environmental challenges faced by our industrial clients related to wastewater management, regulatory compliance, and sustainability

Your primary responsibility will be to lead our multi-discipline design teams in executing the complete lifecycle of projects, from conceptualization through engineering, design, procurement, and construction and start-up support

You will also be responsible for scope, schedule, and budget management for industrial wastewater projects

Your expertise and PE license will ensure the integration of technical excellence, compliance with regulations, and successful project delivery

You will work directly with the Haskell design and construction teams in support of design-only and integrated design-build industrial wastewater treatment projects

Haskell performs these projects ranging in value from $500,000 to $100 million for a variety of clients including the food and beverage, beer, wine and spirits, and healthcare industries across the US and internationally

Your Responsibilities Will Include: Lead the conceptualization, planning, design, and execution of industrial wastewater treatment projects, ensuring alignment with project goals and client expectations

Utilize your Professional Engineer (PE) license to develop and/or validate engineering plans, specifications, and reports

Lead cross-functional teams including environmental, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation & control engineers in developing project design drawings and specifications

Lead the development of design packages to support fast-paced construction efforts (i.e., progressive design-build packages)

Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery

Communicate directly with clients and senior Haskell management regarding project definition and execution

Engage with clients to understand their requirements, provide technical insights, and maintain strong client relationships throughout projects

Work with Haskell construction and cost-estimating teams to assist in developing successful project execution plans, including construction cost-estimates and project implementation schedules

Work with mid-level and junior Haskell industrial wastewater engineering staff in developing their engineering skills as well as their overall professional growth

Direct supervision of some industrial wastewater engineering staff may be required

Review and/or perform engineering calculations related to wastewater treatment system design, including system hydraulics

Work with equipment manufacturers in selecting and specifying wastewater treatment equipment

Assist Haskell design and construction teams in reviewing Equipment Submittals and Requests-for-Information (RFIs)

Conduct comprehensive site assessments, data collection, and analysis to develop customized treatment solutions that address specific client needs

Utilize your technical expertise to troubleshoot complex issues and provide innovative solutions to optimize treatment system performance

Lead the development of project documentation including engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, technical reports, and progress updates

Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes related to industrial wastewater treatment systems

What You Need to Thrive: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Civil, Chemical Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred). 10+ years of experience in designing and managing wastewater treatment systems

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with strong leadership and project management skills

Expertise in wastewater treatment technologies and system hydraulics

Excellent communication skills and the ability to mentor junior engineers

Strong leadership skills with the ability to organize and lead project teams through the execution of design-only and design-build industrial wastewater treatment projects

At Haskell, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, professional development opportunities, and more

Join us and be part of a team where your contributions make a difference

Join Us in Shaping the Future

If you're ready to lead impactful wastewater projects and grow with a top-tier team, apply today

Take the next step in your career with Haskell and help us create sustainable and effective water solutions

Environmental Factors and/or Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, this position is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-50 pounds

Requires good hand-eye coordination, and arm, hand and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read application/form information

The associate frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status

Haskell will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008

The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessities

Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification

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