Project Manager - Water​/Wastewater Linear Infrastructure

Project Manager – Water/Wastewater Linear Infrastructure

Dewberry is seeking an experienced Project Manager to manage and execute wastewater treatment projects for public utility clients. This role is available in Fairfax and Richmond, Virginia. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills to lead engineers and other professionals on a variety of projects, including process troubleshooting and optimization, process modeling, biological nutrient removal, solids handling, reclaimed water, and PFAS treatment.

• Lead wastewater treatment design projects for public utility clients.
• Lead the planning phase of projects while coordinating with other engineering disciplines, technicians, inspectors, and permitting specialists.
• Perform business development and client management activities, including proposal preparation and client interaction through 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, and actively participating in State and/or National professional associations.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering. Master’s degree preferred.
• 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.
• Track record of managing projects, including scope, schedule, and budget.
• Track record in managing clients and developing new business.
• P.E. in Virginia required with ability to obtain reciprocity within one year in applicable states.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Programming and/or scripting experience is preferred.

Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.