Senior Water/Wastewater Project Leader — Hybrid

Dewberry; Fairfax (VA); Hybrid; USD 152,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager in Fairfax, VA to lead water and wastewater treatment projects for public utilities. The role involves directing a multidisciplinary team, managing scope, schedule, and budget, and pursuing new opportunities within a national water market segment.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in water/wastewater, strong leadership, and communication skills. Hybrid or in-person work options are available in the Fairfax office.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven track record in managing complex water/wastewater projects.
• Ability to lead engineers and technicians across disciplines.
• P.E. license in region or ability to obtain via reciprocity within one year.

Responsibilities

• Lead wastewater treatment design projects for public utility clients.
• Coordinate with multiple engineering disciplines, technicians, inspectors, and permitting specialists.
• Contribute to business development and client management, including proposals.
• Manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and team performance.
• Provide mentorship to junior staff and implement earned value management.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Programming / Scripting

Job description

Dewberry is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager in Fairfax, VA to lead water and wastewater treatment projects for public utilities. The role involves directing a multidisciplinary team, managing scope, schedule, and budget, and pursuing new opportunities within a national water market segment.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in water/wastewater, strong leadership, and communication skills. Hybrid or in-person work options are available in the Fairfax office.