Water/Wastewater Project Manager

Dewberry • Danville, VA

3d • $115,000 - $147,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Dewberry is seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Manager for its Danville, Virginia office. The role leads water and wastewater design projects for municipal and private clients, combining technical, project management, and market-access responsibilities. Typical work includes pump station design, inflow and infiltration studies, hydraulic modeling, collection system condition assessment and design, and water distribution and storage, with possible involvement in treatment projects.

The Project Manager will manage client relationships and help position Dewberry to deliver large and complex water and wastewater projects. Working alongside water and wastewater practitioners across the company, the successful candidate will manage civil engineering projects for public-sector utilities and private clients. With enterprise support, the candidate will participate in business development, pursue clients and project leads, and prepare proposals, price proposals, and contracts.

Dewberry is a professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. The company emphasizes high-quality client service, collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. The projected annual salary range is $115,000–$147,000, with variation possible based on skills, experience, location, and market conditions. Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization. Applicants who do not meet every listed qualification are encouraged to apply. Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment offers are subject to background screening as described in the posting.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Virginia Professional Engineer license.
• 6–10 years of experience with increasing levels of project responsibility for public-sector water and wastewater projects.
• Successful track record maintaining client relationships in the Charlotte market.
• Extensive technical experience designing wastewater conveyance systems and pump stations, and water distribution and storage.
• Successful track record managing projects, including scope, schedule, and budget.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Water and wastewater treatment experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage water and wastewater design projects.
• Lead work involving pump station design, inflow and infiltration studies, hydraulic modeling, collection system condition assessment and design, and water distribution and storage; there may also be opportunities to work on treatment projects.
• Lead and facilitate engineering design staff.
• Coordinate with design teams across multiple offices and disciplines to produce detailed design documents for construction plans.
• Meet client deadlines and project budgets.
• Participate in business development, including marketing new projects, preparing proposals, and managing client relationships.
• Pursue new clients and potential project leads, and prepare price proposals and contracts.

What This Job Offers

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