Senior Project Manager, Water/Wastewater - Bellevue, WA

Description

• Actively lead business development initiatives, including identifying opportunities, securing new work, and expanding DEA’s regional footprint.
• Establish clear expectations, accountability, and a collaborative team culture to successfully deliver project outcomes.
• Ensure project revenue portfolio falls within the $2M - $5M range or serve as a Program Manager overseeing multiple high-value projects.
• Oversee project financials, including contract negotiations, invoicing, accounts receivable, and profitability tracking.
• Ensure seamless coordination between engineering teams, regulatory agencies, and municipal clients.
• Represent DEA at industry events, professional organizations, and community initiatives to strengthen relationships and market presence.
• Drive project financial success, managing budgets, forecasting revenue, and ensuring high profitability.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to mid-level project managers, ensuring knowledge transfer and leadership development.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to municipal agencies, developing and maintaining strong client relationships across the Puget Sound region.
• Build and develop high-performing, cross-disciplinary project teams.
• Lead and manage large, complex water/wastewater programs with multiple stakeholders, subconsultants, and long-term phased deliverables.
• Oversee the planning, design, and execution for water and wastewater systems, including water supply and storage, water and wastewater pumping and conveyance and treatment systems.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in municipal water/wastewater engineering.
• 10 - 15 years of experience in municipal water/wastewater engineering, including project management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience leading multidisciplinary teams and engaging directly with public agencies.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a related field.
• Experience managing large-scale, multi-phase projects with significant complexities, including stakeholder coordination, subconsultant management, and phased funding.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Washington (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire)
• Expertise in public sector project delivery, long-term capital improvement planning, and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to build and develop client relationships in the water and wastewater industry
• Experience managing project revenue portfolio within the range of $2M - $5M.
• Demonstrated success in project management, business development, and strategic client engagement.
• Proven ability to lead business development efforts, secure contracts, and expand regional market presence.

Benefits

• Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions
• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Retirement: 401k plan
• Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement
• The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
• Work Schedule: Flexible 9/80 schedule—every other Friday off!
• Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
• Potential salary range: $170,000 - $200,000
• Work-life balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health

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