Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

Kimley-Horn; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Robust retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Senior Project Manager to expand our Water/Wastewater and Utilities practice in the Northern Virginia area. The role entails leading multi-discipline teams on complex water projects and driving business growth with local agencies and municipalities.

Ideal candidates bring 12+ years of civil engineering and proven ability to win work, with a PE license and strong communication, leadership and mentoring capabilities. Expect autonomy and a rewarding bonus structure.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of civil engineering, design and management of utility water projects experience.
• PE license required.
• Business development skills and ability to win work.
• Excellent communication, leadership and technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow multi-discipline water/wastewater and utilities project teams.
• Develop growth strategies for the local practice and expand client base.
• Provide vision, planning, and budgeting to achieve business goals.
• Build and maintain relationships with municipalities, counties and agencies.
• Mentor staff and manage resources to deliver profitable projects.

Skills

12+ years experience

Business development

Client relationships

Communication

Leadership

Mentoring

Project profitability

Cross-team communication

Client engagement

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated Senior Project Manager to expand our Water/Wastewater and Utilities practice in one of our Northern Virginia area offices!

Responsibilities

• Manage, lead, and expand practice teams for multi-discipline projects and programs of work in the fields of water/wastewater treatment projects, water and wastewater pumping systems, and large diameter conveyance (water distribution and wastewater collection)
• Has an entrepreneurial spirit and create a vision for growth for the local water resource practice and beyond
• Given a great deal of autonomy to lead, direct, and grow their business
• Leadership responsibilities include:
  • Operating with integrity and sound business principles
  • Providing vision, business planning and strategy
  • Establishing goals
  • Building and maintaining positive client relationships
  • Having open communication with your partners and team
  • Growing and leading a Water/Wastewater and Utilities practice
• Our Project Managers/Practice Builders manage their projects profitably, transition work to qualified staff, grow and mentor staff, and act as a positive leader and mentor
• The successful candidate will be given a great deal of autonomy to lead, direct, and grow their business
• With success, this individual will enjoy the rewards of an impressive bonus program with the potential to advance to ownership

Qualifications

• 12+ years of civil engineering, design, and management of utility water projects experience
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• Client contacts and relationships with local municipalities, area counties, water management authorities and local, regional, state agencies
• Business development skills and the proven ability to win work
• Excellent communication, leadership, and technical skills
• Strong desire and ability to be engaged with clients solving project problems
• Ability to effectively communicate positively at all levels of the organization
• Ability to manage and mentor staff and direct resources effectively in a positive manner
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects profitably

Salary Range: $150K-225K

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.