Project Manager - Water/ Wastewater

RK&K; Virginia, Virginia Beach (MN, VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking self-motivated Project Managers to lead exciting municipal water/wastewater projects. This role offers the chance to develop project deliverables, solve complex engineering challenges, and mentor emerging professionals. With a strong focus on collaboration and community impact, you will manage a diverse range of projects while fostering relationships with clients and government agencies. Join a firm that values your contributions and provides excellent career advancement opportunities, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits, all while making a meaningful difference in your community.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Hybrid Work Options

Tuition Reimbursement

Health and Dental Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 8+ years of consulting engineering experience in municipal water/wastewater projects.
• Strong relationships with municipal or private clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead municipal water/wastewater infrastructure projects from feasibility to construction.
• Mentor junior engineers and manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets.

Skills

Project Management

Civil Engineering

Water/Wastewater Systems

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Advanced degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

AutoCAD

BIM

Job description

With a strong, diverse, and exciting backlog of municipal engineering assignments, RK&K is seeking self-motivated and highly collaborative Project Managers to lead various municipal water/wastewater infrastructure projects. These include feasibility studies, engineering design, preparation of construction documents, and construction management. As a Project Manager in our Water/Wastewater group, you will have the opportunity to deliver complex projects and expand our municipal client base in the Hampton Roads and Mid-Atlantic regions, from our offices in Newport News, Virginia Beach, Raleigh, and Charlotte.

Essential Functions

1. Develop project deliverables, coordinating engineering disciplines within a highly collaborative team environment.
2. Solve complex problems, provide technical evaluations, and assess costs and benefits of alternative solutions for water/wastewater clients.
3. Mentor and develop less experienced engineering professionals, fostering growth and team building.
4. Manage existing and potential water/wastewater facility projects.
5. Manage and deliver municipal projects such as conveyance, sewage collection, stormwater management, and water rehabilitation projects.
6. Negotiate and manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
7. Utilize internal systems for project management, quality control, and quality assurance.
8. Interface with clients, government agencies, and subconsultants to pursue and execute projects.
9. Identify and create new project opportunities through networking with potential clients.
10. Support marketing efforts and pursue new work leads focused on municipal water/wastewater clients.

Required Skills and Experience

1. Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering or related field.
2. Minimum of eight years of relevant consulting engineering experience in municipal water/wastewater, with responsibilities including project delivery and business development.
3. Existing relationships with municipal or private clients or the ability to develop them.
4. Creative problem-solving skills in civil engineering.
5. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
6. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.

Preferred Skills and Experience

1. Advanced degree in civil or environmental engineering or related field.
2. Project Management Professional Certification.
3. Professional Engineering (P.E.) registration.
4. Proficiency in AutoCAD and BIM.

Other Duties

This job description is not exhaustive and duties may change as needed.

What We Offer

RK&K provides excellent career advancement opportunities, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits including paid time off, hybrid work options, tuition reimbursement, health and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, and more.

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in communities. Our award-winning culture fosters collaboration and trust. We are committed to delivering successful outcomes and maintaining our reputation as a trusted partner, employer, and community steward.

Design your career at RK&K. Apply today!