Sr. Project Manager - Water

Garver; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Garver is seeking a Sr. Project Manager in Richmond, Virginia, to join our Mid-Atlantic Water team. This role involves managing various water and wastewater projects, mentoring staff, coordinating schedules, and ensuring project quality. Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field and possess strong communication skills, along with 12 or more years of experience in the utilities market. The position offers opportunities for career growth and a commitment to client service.

Qualifications

• 12 or more years of experience in the water/wastewater utilities market.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Virginia or ability to gain reciprocity within six months of hire.
• Proficient in relevant Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects related to water and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Coordinate with other support disciplines and regulating agencies.
• Conduct written and oral reporting to clients and team leaders.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Client service focus

Strong work ethic

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, biological, or similar engineering field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Project

MS Outlook

Job description

Sr. Project Manager - Water

Richmond, Virginia

Garver is seeking a Sr. Project Manager in our Richmond, VA office to join our Mid‑Atlantic Water team. The Project Manager will manage projects consisting of design reports, studies, technical memoranda, detailed plans, and specifications. The role requires working closely with clients, internal and external, to exceed expectations. The Project Manager will also mentor staff, coordinate schedules, monitor budgets, and ensure the delivery of quality products that adhere to Garver standardization.

The Project Manager’s responsibilities include:

• Design and manage a variety of projects related to:
• Water and wastewater treatment facilities
• Water conveyance and distribution, including pump stations and storage facilities
• Wastewater conveyance and collection, including lift stations, gravity systems, and force mains
• Water and wastewater master planning
• Coordinate with other support disciplines, regulating agencies, and execute quality assurance and quality control.
• Period travel as needed for projects, conferences, marketing, and other duties.
• Manage scope, budget, and schedule for a team of project engineers, design engineers, and CAD technicians.
• Develop detailed project instructions, scopes of work, levels of effort, and man‑hour estimates.
• Maintain accurate project accounting and conduct written and oral reporting to clients and team leaders.
• Prepare and deliver Quality Assurance and Quality Control Plans.
• Administer construction engineering for local projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, biological, or a similar engineering field from an ABET accredited program.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in the Commonwealth of Virginia or the ability to gain reciprocity within six months of hire.
• 12 or more years of similar experience in the water/wastewater utilities market.

Preferred Skills

• Passionate about client service and the water industry.
• Strong work ethic and strong communication skills.
• Master’s degree in civil, environmental, biological, or a similar engineering field from an ABET accredited program.
• Experience with state or national conference technical presentations on water/wastewater treatment topics.

Garver is an employee‑owned engineering firm committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.