Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater Treatment

About the Role

Dewberry is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater Treatment to manage and execute wastewater treatment projects for public utility clients. This position is located in the Fairfax, VA office and may offer hybrid or in-person work opportunities. The ideal candidate will lead a team of engineers and professionals on a variety of projects, including process troubleshooting, optimization, process modeling, biological nutrient removal, solids handling, reclaimed water, and PFAS treatment.

Our water practice delivers high-quality, complex projects for top-tier water clients across the country by combining strong local relationships with national expertise, strategic market focus, and innovative delivery approaches.

Responsibilities

• Lead wastewater treatment design projects for public utility clients.
• Lead the planning phase of projects while interfacing and coordinating with other engineering disciplines, technicians, inspectors, and permitting specialists.
• Contribute to the continued growth of the National Water Market Segment through business development, client management, proposal preparation, and client interaction via professional associations.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to the project team and client.
• Conduct QA and QC reviews of other projects.
• Provide technical assistance and mentoring of junior staff.
• Employ earned value management principles to prepare and monitor project work plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Expand technical knowledge and professional network by attending seminars, workshops, and conferences, reviewing professional publications, and actively participating in State and/or National professional associations through committee involvement and technical presentations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering. Master’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in the water/wastewater field.
• Thorough knowledge and ability to apply theories, principles, concepts, and practices of civil and environmental engineering to the planning of water, wastewater, and reclaimed water conveyance and treatment systems.
• A successful track record of managing projects, including scope, schedule, and budget.
• A successful track record in managing clients and developing new business.
• P.E. in Virginia, Maryland, DC, North Carolina, or the ability to obtain through reciprocity within one year of the start date.
• Proven and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Programming and/or scripting experience is preferred.

Pay

The projected range for this position is $152,000 - $196,000 annually, depending on skills, experience, location, and market conditions.