Senior Project Manager - Water / Wastewater

$140k - 190k per year + Package

EngineeringUSHybridPermanentArlington, Virginia, United States

Senior Project Manager – Water, Wastewater 
Virginia or Maryland (flexible hybrid working)

 

Harper Harrison is proud to be supporting a national engineering consultancy in finding Senior Project Managers to join their growing water practice across Virginia and Maryland. The team delivers innovative infrastructure solutions in water, wastewater, and stormwater systems – from planning and design through construction support.

As a Senior Project Manager, you’ll lead multidisciplinary teams in developing efficient, sustainable solutions for municipal and utility clients, while supporting project delivery, client engagement, and mentoring junior engineers.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Lead planning studies, analyses, and preliminary engineering for water, wastewater, and stormwater systems

  • Prepare design calculations, engineering drawings, and specifications

  • Oversee field investigations and support construction administration

  • Review shop drawings and ensure conformance to contract documents

  • Manage contractors, subconsultants, and project budgets

  • Support proposals, client presentations, and business development efforts

  • Collaborate across disciplines (GIS, survey, cost, and design teams)

 

Qualifications:

  • B.S. in Civil or Environmental Engineering (or related field)

  • 10+ years of experience in water, wastewater, and/or stormwater infrastructure projects

  • Virginia / Maryland PE (or ability to obtain by comity)

  • Proficient in AutoCAD or MicroStation; Civil 3D/OpenRoads a plus

  • Strong communication, technical writing, and client coordination skills

  • Demonstrated leadership and project delivery experience

 

This role offers flexible working arrangements, career progression opportunities, and the chance to contribute to impactful municipal infrastructure projects across the Mid-Atlantic region.

 

Please apply if you'd like to find out more. 

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