Senior Engineering Project Manager - Commercial Utilities

Dewberry • Upper Merion Township, PA

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About The Position

Dewberry’s Commercial Utilities - Energy/Renewables Group is seeking a Senior Engineering Project Manager to lead site/civil infrastructure projects for utility, energy, and renewable clients across the region. The role combines strategic leadership and hands-on project delivery, guiding projects from pursuit through construction. Responsibilities include preparing and reviewing technical plans, reports, and calculations; coordinating permitting and regulatory approvals; overseeing technical quality and QA/QC; and facilitating coordination among clients, stakeholders, and project teams. The position also supports client relationship growth and the expansion of Dewberry’s energy and renewables practice.

Dewberry is a professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. The company describes its commitment to high-quality client service, collaboration, integrity, and delivering innovative and complex projects. Dewberry encourages candidates to apply even if their experience does not align with every qualification. The company will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Professional licensure in NJ, MA, or PA, or the ability to obtain licensure within 18 months.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated experience leading permitting efforts and coordinating with regulatory agencies.
• 10+ years of experience producing and managing site/civil project deliverables, including QA/QC reviews, client coordination, and work with multidisciplinary design teams.
• Experience facilitating project meetings, stakeholder workshops, and agency coordination meetings.

Responsibilities

• Lead electric and gas utility, energy, and renewable site/civil infrastructure projects from feasibility and planning through design, engineering, permitting, and construction.
• Serve as a primary client contact; facilitate project meetings and coordinate with stakeholders, agencies, and project teams.
• Prepare and review site/civil engineering and technical plans, reports, and calculations.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams and subconsultants to deliver high-quality projects on schedule and within budget.
• Oversee permitting efforts and regulatory approvals with local, state, and federal agencies.
• Provide technical leadership and conduct QA/QC reviews of project deliverables.
• Monitor project scope, schedule, budget, and financial performance.
• Support business development, including proposals, pursuits, and client relationship management.
• Mentor junior staff and collaborate with teams across Dewberry offices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior