Project Manager, Water/Wastewater

Project Manager, Water/Wastewater

Water and Environment Jobs with David Evans and Associates:

At David Evans and Associates, Inc., our Water and Environment team excels in managing complex whole-system resources. We offer comprehensive solutions in natural resources and water/wastewater management. Our projects incorporate meticulous planning, thorough analysis, and sophisticated design, underscoring our commitment to stewardship of the built and natural environments. We create value for our clients by blending innovation with reliability and sustainable practices. This approach balances progress with preservation and elevates the quality of life, fostering healthier, more resilient communities.

The Water/Wastewater Practice is seeking a Water/Wastewater Engineering Project Manager to lead projects, develop client relationships, and drive business growth in the Puget Sound market.

This role will be responsible for delivering high-quality municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring financial success, and mentoring project teams. The position reports to DEA’s Water/Wastewater Practice Leader and works closely with the Water and Environment (WEBU) Puget Sound Market Leader.

What You’ll DoKey Responsibilities:

Project Management & Delivery

• Lead and manage water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget adherence.
• Oversee project teams and subconsultants, ensuring technical excellence and regulatory compliance.
• Support permitting, feasibility studies, master planning, and design for water and wastewater systems, including water supply and storage, water and wastewater pumping and conveyance and treatment systems.
• Deliver successful project closeouts, invoicing, accounts receivable, and contract management.

Client & Business Development

• Serve as the primary point of contact for key municipal water/wastewater clients.
• Identify new opportunities, support proposal development, and collaborate on market growth strategies.
• Lead client experience efforts, ensuring satisfaction, strong relationships, and project success.

Team Leadership & Financial Oversight

• Mentor and develop junior staff, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Manage project financials, including cost-to-complete, revenue forecasting, and contract profitability.
• Ensure project revenue portfolio falls within the $500K – $1M range, or serve as a Deputy PM on larger multi-million-dollar projects.

What You BringRequired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Washington or ability to obtain within six months.
• 6+ years of experience in municipal water/wastewater project management.
• Certified or provisionally certified DEA Project Manager (PM III) (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience leading multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in municipal water/wastewater engineering.
• Experience working with public agencies, regulatory bodies, and municipal clients in Puget Sound.
• Familiarity with WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, and other hydraulic modeling software.
• Knowledge of Washington DOE & DOH regulations, NPDES permitting, and water quality compliance.

What We Offer?

We foster an environment where talented professionals have the freedom and support to do their most meaningful work. Our values and company culture form the foundation of our success, creating a positive and collaborative work environment. These guiding principles are vital to our continued achievements and unwavering commitment to improving the world around us.

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to cultivate and develop your skills and work alongside talented colleagues who are committed to improving the quality of life while demonstrating stewardship of the built and natural environments.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions
• Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
• Work-life balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Work Schedule: Flexible 9/80 schedule-every other Friday off!
• Retirement: 401k plan
• Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
• Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement
• Potential salary range: $140,000+

* 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.

If you are a recruiter, search agency, or otherwise wish to refer a candidate to DEA, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate to DEA without an active and signed written agreement in place in advance with DEA Human Resources. Any resume submitted to any DEA employee by an external recruiter without a written agreement in place at the time of submission will be considered the property of DEA and DEA will not be liable for the payment of a placement fee. If you would like to notify DEA of your interest in initiating a written agreement for services, please e-mail careers@deainc.com.

Potential office locations include: Seattle, WA; Bellevue, WA; Woodinville, WA; Olympia, WA; Tacoma, WA.