Senior Engineering Project Manager - Commercial Utilities
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 guides projects from pursuit through construction, combining strategic leadership with hands-on project delivery and support. The position also contributes to client relationship development and the growth of Dewberry’s energy and renewables practice. The Project Manager prepares and reviews engineering plans, reports, and calculations; coordinates permitting and regulatory approvals; oversees technical quality and QA/QC; and facilitates coordination among clients, project teams, agencies, and other stakeholders. The role manages multidisciplinary teams and subconsultants while monitoring project scope, schedule, budget, and financial performance. Dewberry is a professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- At least 10 years of experience producing and managing site/civil project deliverables, including QA/QC reviews, client coordination, and work with multidisciplinary design teams.
- Professional licensure in New Jersey, Massachusetts, or Pennsylvania, or ability to obtain licensure within 18 months.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Demonstrated experience leading permitting efforts and coordinating with regulatory agencies.
- 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 and facilitate project meetings.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
