Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater Design Build
About The Position
Dewberry Design-Builders Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support and help grow its design-build practice across the Carolinas and Mid-Atlantic. This role will focus on Dewberry’s Water/Wastewater division but will have opportunities to expand into Energy, Federal, and MEPS infrastructure work. The role is ideal for a construction professional with strong project delivery experience who enjoys working on complex infrastructure projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and building relationships with clients and subcontractors. This position offers the opportunity to grow into a senior leadership position by expanding responsibilities in project delivery, client engagement, and pursuit strategy within Dewberry’s design-build practice. The Senior Project Manager will play an important role in advancing Dewberry’s design-build delivery by supporting pursuits, coordinating execution strategies, and helping deliver high-quality projects safely, on schedule, and within budget. Working closely with senior leadership and water market teams, the role contributes to projects from pursuit through construction and commissioning, while strengthening client relationships and supporting backlog growth. Dewberry is a leading professional services firm with over 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide, committed to excellence and seeking exceptional talent to work on innovative and complex projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field
- 10–15 years of experience in water/WWTP or related field involving construction of complex MEP intensive projects
- Experience working on design‑build or alternative delivery projects
- Working knowledge of project management fundamentals including scheduling, cost control, and contract administration
- Exposure to subcontractor management and construction procurement processes
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to build relationships with clients and project partners
Nice To Haves
- Experience with municipal or industrial water/wastewater facilities
- Familiarity with regional subcontractor and vendor networks in the Carolinas or Mid‑Atlantic
- Experience supporting proposals or business development efforts
Responsibilities
- Support business development and pursuit efforts, including proposal preparation and preconstruction coordination
- Lead construction planning, estimating, pricing, and execution for water/wastewater infrastructure projects
- Manage day-to-day project activities across design and construction phases
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, field staff, and subcontractors
- Support subcontractor identification, procurement, and contract administration
- Review project contracts and assist in managing subcontract agreements and change orders
- Partner with HSE teams to promote safety best practices across projects
- Monitor project performance, including schedule, budget, quality, and risk
- Maintain strong communication with clients, partners, and internal stakeholders
- Support collaboration across Dewberry offices and water practice teams
Benefits
- Hybrid schedule
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
