Senior Water & Wastewater Project Leader

Dewberry; Merrifield (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead water and wastewater facility projects for public utility clients in Virginia, based in Fairfax or Richmond. This role requires strong leadership, coordination across disciplines, and the ability to drive technical and business development initiatives within the Mid Atlantic Water Group.

The ideal candidate will oversee planning, design, and execution, mentor engineers, and ensure projects meet scope, schedule, and budget while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• At least 10 years of relevant water/wastewater experience.
• Proficient in applying civil and environmental engineering principles to water/wastewater systems.
• Proven track record of managing projects scope, schedule, and budget.
• P.E. license in Virginia or ability to obtain via reciprocity within one year.

Responsibilities

• Lead water/wastewater process mechanical design projects for public utility clients.
• Lead the planning phase of projects, coordinating with engineering disciplines, technicians, inspectors, and permitting specialists.
• Support business development and client management, including proposal preparation and client interactions.
• Communicate project expectations to the team and client.
• Conduct QA/QC reviews of other projects.
• Provide technical assistance and mentoring to junior staff.
• Utilize earned value management to plan, schedule, and budget projects.
• Expand knowledge and network by attending seminars and engaging in professional associations.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Water/wastewater engineering

Communication

Team mentoring

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Mechanical/Chemical/Environmental Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Dewberry is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead water and wastewater facility projects for public utility clients in Virginia, based in Fairfax or Richmond. This role requires strong leadership, coordination across disciplines, and the ability to drive technical and business development initiatives within the Mid Atlantic Water Group.

The ideal candidate will oversee planning, design, and execution, mentor engineers, and ensure projects meet scope, schedule, and budget while