Technical Program Manager - Level VitD is seeking a
Water Program Manager (Technical Program Manager - Level V) to lead strategic water and wastewater programs supporting the development and operation of a large-scale data center portfolio. This role will drive multi-year water program initiatives, oversee compliance frameworks, manage utility partnerships, and coordinate cross-functional infrastructure programs that support sustainability goals and operational excellence. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in water and wastewater infrastructure, regulatory compliance, and construction program management, with a proven track record of delivering enterprise-scale infrastructure initiatives and leading complex cross-functional programs.
Location: Remote (Preference for candidates located in the Eastern or Central U.S. time zones)
Travel: Up to 50% domestic travel required.
Duration:18Months
Pay Rate: Competitive, depending on experience.
We provide comprehensive medical benefits, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, and more.
Please note that we are only considering direct W2 candidates at this time, as we are unable to offer sponsorship.
Responsibilities- Lead the development and execution of a multi-year water program roadmap aligned with infrastructure growth and sustainability objectives.
- Manage water and wastewater compliance programs, including governance processes, audit readiness, permitting requirements, and regulatory oversight.
- Oversee water infrastructure projects by coordinating engineering design reviews, construction schedules, budgets, scopes, and quality standards.
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with water and wastewater utilities throughout construction and operational phases.
- Develop and manage water monitoring, data governance, and reporting frameworks to support operational decision-making and compliance.
- Monitor regulatory, environmental, and policy developments impacting water supply, wastewater discharge, and infrastructure planning.
- Partner with engineering, construction, sustainability, finance, operations, and strategy teams to deliver cross-functional water infrastructure initiatives.
- Lead strategic initiatives involving water conservation, alternative water sourcing, water recycling, and emergency water mitigation planning.
Internal Responsibilities- Attend regular internal practice community meetings.
- Collaborate with your itD practice team on industry thought leadership.
- Complete client case studies and learning material (blogs, media material).
- Build out material to contribute to the Digital Transformation practice.
- Attend internal itD networking events (in person and virtual).
- Work with leadership on career fast-track opportunities.
Required Qualifications and Skills- 12+ years of progressive experience managing water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Technical expertise in industrial water use, wastewater discharge, water efficiency practices, and U.S. water policy and permitting.
- Experience managing permitting and construction of water infrastructure projects.
- Experience leading large, cross-functional infrastructure or technical programs.
- Strong knowledge of water and wastewater compliance, regulatory requirements, and utility coordination.
- Excellent stakeholder management, relationship-building, and communication skills.
- Ability to travel domestically up to 50%.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills- Master's degree or Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Experience with NPDES permits and industrial pretreatment permitting.
- Experience working with U.S. water and wastewater utilities.
- Experience supporting hyperscale data center water or wastewater infrastructure.
- Experience developing enterprise-scale compliance frameworks and data governance programs.
- Experience with water recycling, alternative water sourcing, and sustainability initiatives.
Education- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related technical field required.
- Advanced technical degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) preferred.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
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