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Water/Wastewater Engineering Project Manager (PM III)

Location: Puget Sound Region, WA (Seattle, Bellevue, Woodinville, Olympia, or Tacoma)

About

The Role

David Evans and Associates (DEA) is seeking a Water/Wastewater Engineering Project Manager (PM III) to lead projects, develop client relationships, and drive business growth in the Puget Sound market. This role will be responsible for delivering high-quality municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring financial success, and mentoring project teams. The position reports to DEA’s Water/Wastewater Practice Leader and works closely with the Water and Environment (WEBU) Puget Sound Market Leader.



Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Delivery

• Lead and manage water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget adherence.
• Oversee project teams and subconsultants, ensuring technical excellence and regulatory compliance.
• Support permitting, feasibility studies, master planning, and design for water and wastewater systems, including water supply and storage, water and wastewater pumping and conveyance and treatment systems.
• Deliver successful project closeouts, invoicing, accounts receivable, and contract management.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for key municipal water/wastewater clients.
• Identify new opportunities, support proposal development, and collaborate on market growth strategies.
• Lead client experience efforts, ensuring satisfaction, strong relationships, and project success.

• Mentor and develop junior staff, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Manage project financials, including cost-to-complete, revenue forecasting, and contract profitability.
• Ensure project revenue portfolio falls within the $500K - $1M range, or serve as a Deputy PM on larger multi-million-dollar projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Washington or ability to obtain within six months.
• 6+ years of experience in municipal water/wastewater project management.
• Certified or provisionally certified DEA Project Manager (PM III) (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience leading multidisciplinary teams.

• 10+ years of experience in municipal water/wastewater engineering.
• Experience working with public agencies, regulatory bodies, and municipal clients in Puget Sound.
• Familiarity with Water
  
  GEMS, Sewer
  
  GEMS, and other hydraulic modeling software.
• Knowledge of Washington DOE & DOH regulations, NPDES permitting, and water quality compliance.

• Competitive salary range: $140,000 +
• The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance.
• 401(k) with company match and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay.
• Flexible 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off).
• Support for continuing education, licensing, and professional development.
• Holistic Wellbeing Program focused on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health.