Senior Project Manager, Water/Wastewater Infrastructure - Seattle, WA

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large, complex water/wastewater programs with multiple stakeholders, subconsultants, and long-term phased deliverables.
• Oversee the planning, design, and execution for water and wastewater systems, including water supply and storage, water and wastewater pumping and conveyance and treatment systems.
• Drive project financial success, managing budgets, forecasting revenue, and ensuring high profitability.
• Ensure seamless coordination between engineering teams, regulatory agencies, and municipal clients.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to municipal agencies, developing and maintaining strong client relationships across the Puget Sound region.
• Actively lead business development initiatives, including identifying opportunities, securing new work, and expanding DEA’s regional footprint.
• Represent DEA at industry events, professional organizations, and community initiatives to strengthen relationships and market presence.
• Build and develop high-performing, cross-disciplinary project teams.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to mid-level project managers, ensuring knowledge transfer and leadership development.
• Establish clear expectations, accountability, and a collaborative team culture to successfully deliver project outcomes.
• Oversee project financials, including contract negotiations, invoicing, accounts receivable, and profitability tracking.
• Ensure project revenue portfolio falls within the $2M - $5M range or serve as a Program Manager overseeing multiple high-value projects.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a related field.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Washington (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire).
• 10 - 15 years of experience in municipal water/wastewater engineering, including project management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience leading multidisciplinary teams and engaging directly with public agencies.
• Demonstrated success in project management, business development, and strategic client engagement.
• Demonstrated ability to build and develop client relationships in the water and wastewater industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in municipal water/wastewater engineering.
• Existing local relationships are a plus but not required.
• Expertise in public sector project delivery, long-term capital improvement planning, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience managing large-scale, multi-phase projects with significant complexities, including stakeholder coordination, subconsultant management, and phased funding.
• Experience managing project revenue portfolio within the range of $2M - $5M.
• Proven ability to lead business development efforts, secure contracts, and expand regional market presence.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance.
• Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions.
• Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
• Work-life balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay.
• Flexible 9/80 schedule—every other Friday off!
• Retailment: 401k plan.
• Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health.
• Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement.
• Potential salary range: $170,000 - $200,000.