Senior Project Manager- Dams

Tighe & Bond; Worcester (MA); Hybrid; USD 147,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Profit sharing

ESOP

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Tuition reimbursement

Licensure fees reimbursements

Hybrid work

Pet insurance

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Tighe & Bond is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join the Dams Team in Worcester, MA (also Westfield or Westwood). You’ll lead complex dam and levee projects across the Northeast, collaborating with engineers and stakeholders to deliver safe, sustainable infrastructure.

The role blends technical leadership, client relationship management, and business development, with a hybrid work environment and opportunities to advance within a growing, employee‑owned firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field.
• Licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE).
• Proven project management experience in dams, river restoration, or water resources.
• Familiarity with New England and New York regulations and permitting.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical work and solve complex engineering problems with a team.
• Act as primary client contact and manage relationships with private, state, and local clients.
• Lead business development, respond to RFPs, and shape project scopes and fees.
• Oversee project lifecycle within budgets and schedules, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Provide technical leadership, quality reviews, and mentorship to staff.
• Grow the Dams Team by pursuing new opportunities with clients.

Skills

Project management

Client management

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Mentoring

Problem-solving

Proactive learning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

We are committed to making a meaningful impact through our work. As a Senior Project Manager, you will join our Dams Team in our Worcester, MA, Westfield, MA, or Westwood, MA offices, where you’ll play a key role in delivering vital infrastructure projects across the Northeast. Working with industry experts, you’ll tackle complex challenges that strengthen community resilience and advance environmental sustainability. At Tighe & Bond, you’ll find an engaging, hybrid work environment, a culture of collaboration, and the resources to support your professional growth and development.

Our Dams Team and Projects

Join a passionate, multidisciplinary team at Tighe & Bond that’s leading the way in dam and levee engineering across the northeast. With more than 2,000 projects under our belt—from inspections to multi-million-dollar dam rehabilitations and removals, we’re trusted to deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that protect communities and enhance resilience. Our engineers and scientists work together to support the full lifecycle of dam and levee systems, from concept through construction, with a focus on public safety, environmental stewardship, and regulatory excellence. Whether it’s designing critical repairs, navigating complex permitting, or removing aging infrastructure to restore natural ecosystems, our work directly supports dam safety, climate resilience, water management, and the restoration of fish and wildlife habitats.

Responsibilities, Requirements, And Total Rewards

What You’ll Be Doing

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team of experts to design and conduct technical work, address and solve complex engineering challenges
• Serve as a primary client contact, manage relationships with private, state, and local government clients to promote successful project outcomes
• Lead business development efforts, including responding to RFPs, develop proposals, presentations, and shape project approaches, scopes, and fees including risk identification/management
• Oversee the entire project lifecycle, while adhering to budgets, schedules, and regulatory requirements
• Provide technical leadership, conduct quality control reviews, and mentor project managers and junior staff
• Contribute to the strategic growth of the Dams Team by identifying and pursuing new project opportunities with new and existing clients to expand Tighe & Bond’s presence in the dam and ecological restoration sector
• Actively engage in industry organizations, represent Tighe & Bond through committee leadership, conference presentations, publications, and professional involvement

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
• Substantial experience in consulting engineering within the dams, river restoration, or water resources engineering industry, with increasing responsibility
• Licensure as a Professional Engineer
• Familiarity with New England and New York regulations, permitting and funding opportunities related to the dam processes
• Proven experience in successful project management, including leading teams, managing budgets and schedules, and coordinating with clients and regulatory agencies
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Leadership ability with a passion for team building, mentoring and developing staff
• Self-motivated and eager to learn, with a proactive approach to problem-solving

Preferred Requirements

• Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Additional experience in business development, proposal writing, and strategic planning
• Familiarity with New England and New York dam safety regulations, permitting processes and funding opportunities
• Familiarity with alternative project delivery methods (e.g., design-build, progressive design-build, and construction manager at risk)
• Additional licensure in multiple states to support diverse project needs

Your Financial And Wellness Benefits

• Compensation is based on skills and experience as reflected in the pay range below
• Annual Bonus, Profit Sharing, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Best in Class Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Wellness Rewards and Reimbursements
• Tuition Reimbursement and Qualified Student Loan Paydown Contributions
• Reimbursements for Licensure/ Certification Preparation and Fees
• Hybrid Work Environment
• Pet Insurance and Adoption Assistance

Ways to Grow Your Career

We provide a structured career path with opportunities for professional development through tuition reimbursement, internal training, conference attendance, and professional memberships. Mentorship from more experienced staff is integral to our culture and part of our commitment to your growth.

Our Culture and Values

We prioritize the well-being of our employees, communities, and environment. We foster a flexible, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. Our six core values – Integrity, Excellence, Reliability, Commitment, Respect, and Safety – guide our employee-owned company in delivering exceptional service, building trust, and promoting continuous growth. Our team celebrates together at events like our annual Lobsterfest and gives back to our community through our award-winning Make a Difference program.

We believe one of our greatest strengths lies in our differences. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, with opportunities to thrive. By embracing a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we create and cultivate a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, that encourages creativity and drives innovation. We celebrate unique perspectives and strive to build a culture of belonging for all team members. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds as we work together to design a sustainable future for our communities.

More About Tighe & Bond

For more than a century, Tighe & Bond has been a trusted, award-winning, employee-owned consulting firm serving the Northeast. We bring clients’ visions to life through integrated engineering, landscape architecture, planning, and environmental consulting services. In 2025, we were honored with the Massachusetts ACEC Award for Workplace Belonging & Engagement, reflecting our commitment to an inclusive, supportive culture where our people thrive. Our work is consistently recognized by organizations including ACEC, BSLA, and various regional business and environmental associations. These recognitions highlight the technical strength of our people and the innovative, sustainable solutions we deliver for public and private clients, along with the meaningful impact we make in the communities we serve.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Tighe & Bond, Inc. will base decisions on employment to further the principle of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to basing judgments concerning the employment of individuals on their qualifications, abilities, skills and experience. If accommodation is needed during the application process, please contact a member of the talent acquisition team.

Pay Range

USD $147,142.00 - USD $193,124.00 /Yr.