Project Director - Industrial Water & Wastewater

OverviewAt Haskell, you’re not just joining a company, you’re joining a nationally recognized Top Workplace where diverse perspectives and inclusive thinking drive stronger outcomes. Whether you’re starting out, growing your expertise, or leading the way, you’ll find a culture grounded in trust, driven by excellence, and built to support your goals. Here, you’ll have the opportunity, flexibility, and sense of belonging to grow your career your way—while making a real impact.Haskell’s Industrial Water Team partners with clients to turn complex water and wastewater challenges into innovative, cost-effective solutions. Serving industries such as food and beverage, municipal water, and consumer products, our specialized team of engineers is dedicated exclusively to delivering high-impact industrial water and wastewater projects.In this role, you will play a key role in project delivery, supporting the planning, evaluation, design, permitting, and construction of water and wastewater infrastructure, including treatment plants, pumping stations, and pipelines for industrial clients. This role requires experience managing and executing projects within the water and wastewater sector. You will also leverage your consulting expertise to lead project execution, ensuring high-quality outcomes and client satisfaction.Job Responsibilities:SalesAssembles and leads proposal response team and develops the proposal strategy and budgetManages and coordinates response efforts for RFQ, RFP, and preparation of proposalsWrites/reviews/edits proposal contentReviews/edits design, scope, drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and schedulesEstablishes prices and feesLeads presentation of proposal and prospect follow-upNegotiates contract terms with clientsDeliveryDirects preparation of conceptual estimate and periodic revisionsDevelops procurement and delivery strategy and schedulesAuthorizes advance procurement of long-lead items where advantageous, securing client authorization as necessaryLeads design kick-off meetingDirects overall project design and permitting activities, working through A/E Project PrincipalAssures that conceptual estimate is used as a basis for project designLeads client design review meetingsReviews drawings and specifications prior to each issuanceEstablishes a broad, overall strategy for constructionApproves construction project management organization and assignment of key individualsOrients Construction Project Manager, when assigned, to project objectives, strategies, and client relationshipsDirects preparation of, and approves all schedules including design schedule, master project schedule, construction progress schedule, and periodic schedule revisionsMakes key decisions affecting schedule, consulting with clients as appropriateDirects preparation of and approves detailed cost estimatesAssists in the resolution of discrepancies or conflicts between conceptual and detailed estimatesParticipates in the construction kick-off meetingReview project status, budget, and schedule with the Construction Project Manager on a regular basisParticipates in client changes and negotiations as neededReviews Summary Cost ReportsVisits the project site periodicallySolicits client feedbackPost DeliveryLeads team feedback and lessons learned sessionsDevelops post-completion client follow-up strategy, including major warranty/rectification items and pursuit of repeat business opportunitiesEducation & Years of Experience:Bachelor's Degree in either Construction Management, Environmental Engineering, or related Minimum of 10 years of experience in industrial water and wastewater engineering and consultingProfessional Engineer (PE) license highly preferred To thrive in this role, you'll need:Demonstrated experience across engineering and construction within the industrial water & wastewater sectorStrong leadership and management capabilities, effectively guiding teams and driving project successApplies sound business acumen and organizational skills to manage priorities, resources, and project deliverablesBuilds and maintains strong interpersonal relationships with clients, stakeholders, and internal teamsLeads client presentations and supports business development efforts through effective sales and communication skillsCommunicates clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, across all levels of the organizationNegotiates contracts, scope, and project changes to achieve favorable outcomes while maintaining client satisfactionDevelops accurate project estimates and pricing strategies to support profitability and competitivenessManages and maintains project schedules, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with project goalsAt 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.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.Haskell is a Drug-Free Workplace.