Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater Design Build

Responsibilities

• Support business development and pursuit efforts, including proposal preparation and preconstruction coordination
• Lead construction planning, estimating, pricing, and execution for water/wastewater infrastructure projects
• Manage day-to-day project activities across design and construction phases
• Cook up multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, field staff, and subcontractors
• Support subcontractor identification, procurement, and contract administration
• Review project contracts and assist in managing subcontract agreements and change orders
• Partner with HSE teams to promote safety best practices across projects
• Maintain strong communication with clients, partners, and internal stakeholders
• Support collaboration across Dewberry offices and water practice teams

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field (preferred)
• 10–15 years of experience in water/WWTP or related field involving construction of complex MEP intensive projects
• Experience working on design-build or alternative delivery projects is strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of project management fundamentals including scheduling, cost control, and contract administration
• Exposure to subcontractor management and construction procurement processes
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build relationships with clients and project partners

Qualifications

• Nice to have: Experience with municipal or industrial water/wastewater facilities
• Familiarity with regional subcontractor and vendor networks in the Carolinas or Mid-Atlantic
• Experience supporting proposals or business development efforts

Benefits

The projected range for this position is $150,000 - $176,000 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly.