Senior Project Manager - Electrical Engineer

Dewberry • Orlando, FL

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About The Position

Dewberry is seeking a Senior Project Manager for its MEPS Infrastructure teams, based in its Orlando, Florida, or Raleigh, North Carolina, office. The position leads teams designing electrical, mechanical, and structural systems for water and wastewater projects, while working directly with clients and owners to deliver solutions that meet their needs. The role focuses on electrical power systems and offers opportunities to apply expertise in electrical distribution, motor controls, SCADA, and power system studies, as well as renewable energy integration supporting client decarbonization and electrification goals.

The successful candidate will manage project planning, design, and construction phases; coordinate multidisciplinary teams and consultants; oversee schedules, budgets, quality, and deliverables; and contribute to proposals, client relationships, business development, and the continued growth of the MEPS Infrastructure service line. Dewberry’s MEPS practice serves clients nationwide and works on projects including high-performance buildings, hospitals, renewable energy, microgrids, and water and wastewater infrastructure.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• At least 10 years of progressive design and project management experience, including at least 5 years in the water/wastewater market.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Florida, North Carolina, or Virginia, or ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity within 90 days of the start date.
• Experience coordinating engineering work and interfacing with other disciplines.
• Experience interfacing with clients.
• Self-motivation and highly developed verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and a good understanding of electrical, mechanical, and process control systems; applicable codes and national standards; water/wastewater equipment and plant operation; space requirements; and cost.

Responsibilities

• Manage electrical, mechanical, and structural design teams on water and wastewater infrastructure projects for public utility and private clients.
• Manage planning, design, and construction-phase projects, coordinating with other engineering disciplines, technicians, inspectors, and permitting specialists.
• Coordinate with Design Discipline Managers to schedule, plan, and assign appropriate personnel.
• Communicate project expectations effectively to MEPS Infrastructure project teams and internal and external clients.
• Prepare design proposals, support project pursuits, and participate in client management and business development.
• Use earned value and quality management principles to prepare and monitor project work plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Oversee deliverable submissions and ensure coordination across disciplines and consultants.
• Support the growth of MEPS Infrastructure by attending conferences, contributing to professional publications, and participating in state or national professional associations, committees, and technical presentations.

What This Job Offers

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