Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

DLZ Corporation • South Fayette Township, PA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

DLZ Corporation is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support our Bridgeville, PA office. This role is ideal for a highly experienced water/wastewater professional who enjoys mentoring teams and managing technical projects. The position is focused more on technical leadership, team management, and project delivery, with some client interaction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (or related field).
• 15-25 years of experience in engineering/project management, with strong water/wastewater project experience.
• Proven experience managing technical teams and delivering complex engineering projects.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and organizational skills.
• Ability to visit and traverse project and construction sites safely.
• Proficiency with standard engineering and project management software tools.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex, multi-discipline engineering projects from planning through design, construction, and closeout.
• Provide technical leadership and serve as a senior advisor to engineering staff.
• Mentor and develop junior and mid-level staff, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment.
• Lead project planing, scope development, budgeting, scheduling, and resource coordination.
• Monitor project performance including budgeting, schedules, forecasts, and quality control.
• Review and approve major change orders and ensure contractual commitments are met.
• Coordinate internal teams across disciples to ensure successful project delivery.
• Serve as primary point of contact for project-related client communication and maintain strong working relationships.
• Conduct project kickoff and progress meetings and prepare project status reports.
• Support business development efforts as needed, including technical input on proposals and pursuits.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company procedures.
• Work with accounting to maintain accurate billing and project financials.
• Participate in professional organizations and industry activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts & health savings account
• 401(k) options (Traditional and Roth)
• Paid parental leave
• Life & AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Wellness program with reimbursement benefits

What This Job Offers

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