Water/Wastewater Engineering Client Manager

Baxter & Woodman

. Oversee the work of others and assign work to a team within the Water/Wastewater Department .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeKaty • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management and client relationship management within the Water/Wastewater sector, with a strong foundation in engineering principles and regulatory compliance. Capable of leading multi-disciplinary teams and effectively communicating with clients and stakeholders.

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Project ManagementClient ManagementRegistered Professional EngineerWater And Wastewater Systems KnowledgeTCEQ Regulations Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Project ScopingBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementTechnical WritingEngineering SolutionsDesign ExperienceRegulatory ComplianceProposal PreparationKnowledge TransferMunicipal Utility Experience

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam CollaborationEffective CommunicationClient Relationship Development

Certifications & Qualifications

ABET Accredited B.S. DegreeRegistered Professional Engineer In Texas

Industry Keywords

Water/Wastewater DepartmentMunicipal Utility DistrictCity Of Houston RegulationsCounty RegulationsEngineering Principles

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the work of others and assign work to a team within the Water/Wastewater Department
Manage small projects and large complex projects involving special skills and multi-disciplinary teams
Develop strong client relationships and perform the role of client manager
Supervise and coordinate department activities in support of corporate policies, goals, and objectives
Attend utility district meetings, sometimes outside of business hours
Prepare and/or monitor project scopes, budgets, and schedules
Coordinate with departments to align projects with client expectations
Manage projects within scope, budget, and schedule
Represent the company in client and agency meetings to resolve questions and plan and coordinate work
Review draft agreements and provide input and approval for scope and fee
Make independent decisions and take responsibility for project management and engineering solutions
Communicate and coordinate efforts with peers and management
Prepare engineering project proposals and statements of qualifications with business development and marketing departments
Provide knowledge transfer and training opportunities for staff
Represent the company in the industry and set an example for staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

An ABET accredited B.S. degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or applicable alternate engineering degree
Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Texas or can acquire registration through reciprocity
5 or more years of related experience in client management, project management, or design
Experience with municipal utility district and/or experience with other local municipalities
Working knowledge of TCEQ, City of Houston, and County regulations
Working knowledge of water and wastewater systems
Broad knowledge of principles of engineering
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from other managers, clients, and the general public
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations
Ability to travel throughout assigned office service areas with own transportation
Excellent technical writing skills
Strong verbal, computer, and organizational skills
Ability to work in a team environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work arrangements, including a four-and-a-half-day work week, the option for varied schedules, and the option to work from home
Generous paid time off including vacation, personal time, sick time, and paid holidays
Four weeks of paid parental leave
Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Additional insurance coverage options for accidents and cancer
Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support
Financial wellness resources such as financial planning, life and disability insurance, and tax-advantaged savings plans
Industry-leading 401(k) plan
Employee Stock Ownership Program
Equal opportunity employment