Senior Manager, Water Strategy

Rowan Digital Infrastructure

. Prepare and implement strategy for water assessment, commercial certainty, and compliance across a portfolio of data center projects .

Posted 11/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $150,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in water assessment, compliance, and infrastructure management for data center projects, with a strong focus on sustainability and stakeholder collaboration. Proficient in navigating water policy, permitting, and risk assessment while ensuring operational excellence and regulatory adherence.

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Water Assessment StrategyWater Policy MonitoringWater Infrastructure ManagementProject CoordinationAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Civil EngineeringEnvironmental EngineeringWater Efficiency TechniquesWastewater Discharge ManagementNPDES PermitsIndustrial Pre-Treatment PermitsDecentralized Wastewater SystemsWater Quality AssessmentProject ManagementData Analysis

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationCollaboration SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAdaptabilityInterpersonal Skills

Industry Keywords

Water InfrastructureWastewater UtilitiesSustainabilityComplianceStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and implement strategy for water assessment, commercial certainty, and compliance across a portfolio of data center projects
Develop customer- and external-facing water narratives supporting sustainability and high-quality digital infrastructure goals
Monitor local and state water policy, water quality issues, and legal rights/issues, and develop strategies to address risks
Assess water risk and delivery feasibility for potential data center sites from site selection through construction
Manage relationships with local water authorities and partners to ensure sufficient supply, rights, and necessary diligence
Partner with Directors of Development and project teams on commercial negotiations to secure water rights and infrastructure
Facilitate communication and cross-team coordination among Development, Engineering, Design, Construction, Operations, and external water stakeholders
Oversee compliance with water withdrawals, discharge, and end-user agreements, including monitoring and operational equipment
Organize, review, and evaluate water and wastewater monitoring data to identify anomalies and establish best practices
Implement Rowan’s water stewardship program with the Sustainability lead and project teams
Participate in project evaluations, due diligence reviews, agency consultations, permitting, entitlements, and budgeting
Collaborate with project origination, development teams, leadership, and internal stakeholders on development projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering or similar
7+ years professional experience in water and wastewater infrastructure projects
Technical expertise related to industrial water use and wastewater discharge, water efficiency techniques, water policy, and permitting
Experience with water and wastewater infrastructure construction and operations for data centers strongly preferred
Preferred experience with NPDES permits, industrial pre-treatment permits, and decentralized wastewater systems
Experience working with water and wastewater utilities in the United States
Experience managing multiple projects and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders and consultants
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, highly cross-functional environment
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Ability to travel up to 25% for company gatherings or site visits
Willingness to relocate to Denver, Seattle, or a project site

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid working environment
Team building and educational opportunities
Generous benefits package including robust health benefits and a 401(k)-company contribution
Unlimited PTO
RTD ECO pass or parking reimbursement
Competitive compensation, bonus, and an incentive plan
Relocation assistance on a case-by-case basis
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