Senior Project Manager (Water / Wastewater Engineering)

HDR; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for a Senior Project Manager to oversee large multidisciplinary water/wastewater projects in Newport News. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, at least 10 years of related experience, and have strong leadership and business development skills. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work as part of a collaborative and inclusive team.

Qualifications

• 10 years related experience.
• A minimum of 5 years project management experience.
• Professional Engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate work of multidisciplinary teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage all aspects of large multidisciplinary projects.
• Establish and maintain client relations.
• Track financial aspects of projects and ensure deliverables are completed on schedule.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Access

Job description

Senior Project Manager (Water / Wastewater Engineering)

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We foster a culture of inclusion and ask what our impact on the world is. Read more about HDR’s story and how you could help make great things possible in your community and around the world.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate work of single or multidisciplinary teams throughout the project lifecycle (from development and initiation to close-out).
• Manage all aspects of large multidisciplinary projects or medium-sized projects with high technical complexity and sizable project staff.
• Produce and coordinate multiple projects concurrently.
• Establish and maintain client relations; participate in marketing, contractual, design and production meetings.
• Conduct work sessions for deliverable development with other staff and stakeholders.
• Coordinate staffing and workload through the project lifecycle and ensure deliverables are completed on schedule.
• Track financial aspects of projects; coordinate and adjust work effort to meet budget and schedule parameters.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Operational and Business leadership for periodic project reviews.
• Implement QA/QC procedures.
• Supervise large project staffs and mentor less-experienced Project Managers.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree
• PMP certification
• Preference given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• 10 years related experience
• A minimum of 5 years project management experience
• Professional Engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., PE or P.Eng)
• MS Office and MS Project experience (Access experience a plus)
• Demonstrated leadership, business development and strategic planning skills
• Active participation in our employee-owned culture

What We Believe

HDR is our company. We build on life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day, shaping our collaborative culture and client relationships.

Our Commitment

As employee-owners, we create an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work daily. Our Employee Network Groups support belonging and engagement for all employees.

Primary Location

United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach

Other Locations

United States-Virginia-Newport News

Industry

Water

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Industrial Water/Wastewater Services

Job Posting

Sep 23, 2025

HDR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.