Water​/Wastewater Project Manager - Process Mechanical

Job Description

Dewberry is seeking an experienced Project Manager to manage and execute water and wastewater facility projects for public utility clients. This opportunity invites a highly motivated individual to join Dewberry’s Mid-Atlantic Water Group in Fairfax and Richmond, Virginia. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills to lead engineers and other professionals on projects that may include water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, water booster stations, wastewater pump stations, water storage facilities, and flow equalization.

• Lead water and wastewater process mechanical 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 and client management activities, including proposal preparation and client interaction through professional associations.
• Effectively understand and 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience in the water/wastewater field.
• Thorough knowledge and ability to apply civil and environmental engineering principles for the planning of water, wastewater, and reclaimed water conveyance and treatment systems.
• Successful track record of managing projects, including scope, schedule, and budget.
• P.E. in Virginia required, with the ability to obtain reciprocal licensing within one year for New York, New Jersey, Maryland, DC, North Carolina, Florida, or South Carolina as applicable.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

The projected range for this position is $130,000–$167,000 annually. Depending on skills, experience, location, and market conditions, the range may vary slightly.

At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

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.

Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.