Project Manager - Water/Wastewater Austin, Texas
Join a dynamic, innovative organization dedicated to transforming communities and creating lasting infrastructure solutions. With over five decades of experience and a track record of excellence, our firm stands out through our commitment to resilience, sustainable designs, and exceptional client service. Our highly skilled professionals collaborate closely, embodying a "One Team" philosophy that prioritizes relationships, innovation, and continuous growth. We pride ourselves on a culture that attracts and develops top talent who are passionate about making meaningful impacts in water and wastewater engineering.
As a Project Manager within our Water/Wastewater Design team, you will lead diverse projects involving water and wastewater conveyance systems, pump stations, lift stations, storage tanks, and treatment facilities. You will play a pivotal role in driving project success and client satisfaction through strategic leadership and technical excellence.
* Lead and manage water and wastewater projects to successful, profitable completion.
* Oversee technical elements, ensuring adherence to industry standards and client expectations.
* Direct engineers and technical support staff throughout project lifecycles.
* Develop detailed project work plans, budgets, and effectively allocate resources.
* Analyze and act upon critical business metrics including utilization, backlog, work-in-process, and receivables.
* Maintain precise schedules for multiple simultaneous projects, tracking milestones rigorously.
* Conduct thorough monthly project accounting and invoicing.
* Implement and uphold stringent QA/QC procedures.
* Participate in bidding processes, construction observation, submittal reviews, and manage RFIs.
* Resolve any design conflicts and construction-related issues.
* Represent the firm professionally in meetings with clients and government agencies.
* Contribute actively to proposals, presentations, and interviews.
* Mentor, train, and grow junior staff members.
* Foster strong relationships internally, externally with clients, and strategic partners.
* Lead targeted business development activities.
* Ensure adherence to company values and practices, exhibiting integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment.
To excel in this role, candidates will possess proven experience in water and wastewater engineering projects, coupled with strong leadership and project management capabilities.
* Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.
* Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Texas or ability to obtain within six months.
* Minimum 7 years' experience as a Project Engineer or similar role.
* Proven expertise in water and wastewater conveyance, pump stations, lift stations, storage, and treatment system designs.
* Demonstrated ability to effectively manage projects and personnel, ensuring profitability.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
* Knowledge of alternative project delivery methods preferred.
Assistant Project Manager - Land Development Towson, Maryland
Harper Harrison is proud to be supporting a nationally recognized land development consulting firm in finding a new Assistant Project Manager to join them on a permanent basis. With nearly four decades of experience, they provide civil engineering, site planning, and permitting expertise across a variety of sectors. Known for their client-first approach, strategic mindset, and strong project execution, they help shape thriving communities while fostering a supportive, growth-oriented culture for their teams. This role will be based from their office in in Baltimore County, Maryland. You'll play an integral part in supporting civil engineering projects for high-profile clients.
Key Responsibilities:
* Work alongside major commercial clients and become familiar with a broad range of development projects
* Learn essential business-side skills like contract development, proposal creation, and budget oversight
* Present project plans to local regulatory boards, improving your public speaking and communication abilities
* Expand your technical knowledge in site layout and grading, while also preparing and reviewing detailed design documents
* Follow projects from kickoff to completion, gaining insight into every phase of the project lifecycle
Qualifications:
* Eagerness to learn, communicate effectively, and contribute to a team environment
* A degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
* PE license is advantageous but not mandatory
* Hands-on experience with site development and civil design processes
* Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar civil engineering software
If you think this is the opportunity for you, please apply below.
Harper Harrison is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Automation Engineer Fairfax, Virginia
Automation Engineer - Instrumentation & Controls
Location: Fairfax, VA
A leading employee-owned engineering and consulting firm is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to join their Fairfax office. This is a key technical role focused on the design, implementation, and commissioning of advanced instrumentation and control systems across a variety of infrastructure and industrial projects.
You'll play a central role in delivering high-quality automation solutions, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams from concept through commissioning.
What You'll Be Doing:
Develop instrumentation and control system designs, including control diagrams and system architecture layouts.
Provide technical direction to junior staff and oversee the preparation of design documentation using modern drafting tools.
Translate client goals into technical requirements and support the development of design reports and specifications.
Review shop drawings, respond to contractor inquiries, and participate in system testing and inspections.
Design and configure automation systems including HMI/SCADA platforms, PLCs, industrial networks, and data collection tools.
Create network architecture diagrams for Ethernet-based control systems, including integration with field devices and monitoring equipment.
Lead field testing and system startup activities, ensuring documentation and quality standards are met.
Prepare operations manuals and develop training programs for system users at all organizational levels.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development through technical reviews and knowledge sharing.
What We're Looking For:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Control Systems Engineering (or related field)
8-15+ years of experience in automation, instrumentation, or control systems engineering
Experience developing Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
Experience water / wastewater projects
Proficiency with SCADA, PLCs, HMI software, and industrial networking
Experience in infrastructure, utilities, or industrial automation projects
Strong communication and leadership skills
PE license or ability to obtain
Benefits Include:
Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
Employee ownership
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer match
Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
Wellness programs and fitness incentives
Flexible work environment and hybrid options
Community engagement and volunteer opportunities.
This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking team delivering impactful automation solutions across the region. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact us to learn more.
Harper Harrison is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Project Manager - Construction Documents & Contract Administration Boston, Massachusetts
Project Manager - Construction Documents & Contract Administration
Location: Boston, MA | Full-Time | Architecture & Design Sector
We're partnering with an award-winning, leading architecture firm located in downtown Boston that is looking to add a seasoned Project Manager to its highly collaborative, design-oriented practice.
This opportunity is perfect for someone who brings sharp technical expertise, thrives in managing complex projects, and has a strong eye for Contract Administration and Construction Documents especially in corporate research buildings, medical and scientific research facilities, healthcare institutions, and academic teaching spaces.
Key Responsibilities:
* Take ownership of the production and coordination of high-quality Construction Documents, ensuring consistency, clarity, and accuracy.
* Lead Contract Administration tasks including managing RFIs, submittals, field reports, and punch lists to ensure construction stays aligned with design intent.
* Oversee technical coordination with consultants, engineers, and other disciplines to address complex building systems and regulatory requirements.
* Supervise and mentor junior team members, providing guidance and solutions to help grow the next generation of technical leaders.
* Maintain control over project quality, schedule, and budget, ensuring client expectations are exceeded at every stage.
Qualifications:
* 10+ years of professional experience in architecture with a focus on technical execution.
* Demonstrated expertise in Construction Documents and Contract Administration for complex project types such as: * Scientific and medical research facilities
* Academic teaching buildings
* Healthcare environments
* Corporate research or institutional projects
* Strong coordination skills with internal teams and external consultants.
* Excellent written and verbal communication, particularly in managing client and contractor relationships during construction.
* A passion for detail, quality, and precision in documentation.
* Architecture licensure preferred but not required.
If you're a technically minded architect who thrives by being detail-oriented and wants to contribute to projects that matter, this could be your next great move.
Project Manager - Healthcare Irvine, California
Project Manager - Healthcare
Location: Irvine, CA and Sacramento, CA | Full-Time | Architecture & Design Sector
We're partnered with a well-established, innovative architecture firm with a heavy presence on across the West Coast to find an experienced Project Manager to support their growing Healthcare practice in their Sacramento or Irvine office
This nationally respected 225-person firm is known for its deep healthcare expertise, designing impactful environments across acute care, medical office, senior living, and science & technology sectors. Their California offices are growing, and this role offers both immediate project impact and a clear path for future leadership, particularly for those passionate about healthcare design and client relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the day-to-day management of medium-to-large scale healthcare projects from concept through construction.
* Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and internal teams-ensuring clear, proactive communication throughout.
* Coordinate project schedules, budgets, staffing, and deliverables with support from senior leadership.
* Collaborate with design, technical, and consultant teams to ensure projects meet regulatory requirements and client goals.
* Support the development of acute care and OSHPD/HCAI-compliant facilities (experience with OSHPD 1 or 2 is a plus but not required).
* Help mentor junior staff and contribute to a collaborative, growth-oriented studio culture.
Qualifications:
* 7+ years of professional experience, with a strong background in healthcare architecture.
* Proven experience on medium to large healthcare projects, ideally including acute care facilities.
* Familiarity with OSHPD/HCAI requirements preferred but not required.
* Strong client-facing skills and ability to lead external communication with consultants and healthcare systems.
* Priorities being collaborative, communicative, and organized while thriving in a team-oriented environment.
* Interest in long-term career growth and potential to help lead the firm's acute care work.
If you're looking to grow with a firm that values design excellence, deep client partnerships, and long-term career development, we'd love to hear from you.
Senior Laboratory Planner San Francisco, California
Senior Laboratory Planner
Location: San Francisco, CA and Seattle, WA | Full-Time | Architecture & Design Sector
A nationally recognized architecture and design firm seeking a Senior Laboratory Planner to join their Science & Technology practice. This leadership role will drive the programming and planning of complex technical facilities including academic research labs, pharmaceutical environments, and cutting-edge biotech spaces.
This is a high-impact position suited for an experienced laboratory design professional who thrives in both client-facing and team leadership roles, and who is passionate about advancing technical design solutions across a range of laboratory environments.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead programming and laboratory planning efforts across a range of complex research and technical facilities.
* Guide teams through the design, equipment planning, casework specification, and MEP coordination of laboratories and related spaces.
* Translate client goals and operational requirements into functional, innovative lab design solutions.
* Oversee the development of planning documents, specifications, and drawing sets through all phases, from concept to construction administration.
* Apply quality assurance/quality control best practices throughout project execution.
* Facilitate programming sessions with stakeholders and user groups to define project needs (including SOPs and regulatory considerations).
* Lead presentations and project updates, ensuring clear communication and alignment with client expectations.
* Cultivate strong client relationships and support new business efforts by representing the firm as a subject-matter expert in lab planning.
* Provide direction to project managers, designers, and engineers in developing scope, budgets, and schedules.
* Mentor junior staff and contribute to internal knowledge sharing, standards development, and strategic planning initiatives.
* Contribute to broader Science & Technology business planning, including market strategies and firm-wide collaboration.
Qualifications
* Professional degree in Architecture required; Master's preferred. A focus or certification in lab planning is a plus.
* Minimum of 10 years of lab planning and programming experience across a range of facility types such as vivarium, biocontainment, teaching/research labs, pharma, clinical, and/or manufacturing environments.
* At least 5 years of experience leading teams and guiding clients through complex technical projects.
* Architecture license preferred; LEED Accreditation or Green Associate certification is a plus.
* Strong communication skills and proven ability to lead interdisciplinary teams.
