Water/Wastewater Project Manager - Portland, OR

About the role

The Water/Wastewater Practice at David Evans and Associates, Inc., is seeking a Project Manager in Portland, OR, Beaverton, OR, or Salem, OR. The ideal candidate will lead complex municipal (special purpose district and/or city) water and wastewater projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management, Technical Leadership, & Delivery
• Lead planning and design for municipal (special purpose district and/or city) water and wastewater systems, including: Conveyance and pumping systems, Storage and distribution systems, Collection systems and treatment facilities
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and quality
• Cookordinate multidisciplinary teams and subconsultants
• Oversee project financials including forecasting, invoicing, and profitability
• Ensure successful project closeout and client satisfaction
• Manage complex design tasks and coordinate multidisciplinary teams
• Prepare and oversee engineering deliverables including plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and design standards
• Serve as Engineer of Record or technical lead on projects
• Client Management & Business Development
• Serve as primary point of contact for key municipal (special purpose district and/or city) water/wastewater clients
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Identify new opportunities, support proposal development, and collaborate on market growth strategies
• Support or lead proposal development and project pursuits
• Represent DEA at industry events, professional organizations, and community initiatives to strengthen relationships and market presence
• Team Leadership
• Lead and mentor project teams
• Provide direction to task leaders and technical staff
• Mentor and develop junior staff, fostering collaboration and accountability

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or related field); PE license required or ability to obtain
• 8+ years of progressive civil engineering experience, with a focus on water and wastewater systems
• Strong experience in municipal (city and/or special purpose district) water/wastewater system design
• Proven ability to lead design tasks and coordinate project teams
• Familiarity with public agency processes, permitting requirements, and regulatory coordination
• Experience supporting full project lifecycle, from planning and design through construction
• Proficiency with standard engineering tools (e.g., hydraulic modeling, drafting/design software, Bluebeam, spreadsheets)
• Strong communication and technical writing skills
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior staff

What You Bring

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or related field); PE license required or ability to obtain
• 8+ years of progressive civil engineering experience, with a focus on water and wastewater systems
• Strong experience in municipal (city and/or special purpose district) water/wastewater system design
• Proven ability to lead design tasks and coordinate project teams
• Familiarity with public agency processes, permitting requirements, and regulatory coordination
• Experience supporting full project lifecycle, from planning and design through construction
• Proficiency with standard engineering tools (e.g., hydraulic modeling, drafting/design software, Bluebeam, spreadsheets)
• Strong communication and technical writing skills
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior staff