Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
DLZ Corporation South Fayette Township, Pennsylvania, United States
Architecture and Planning · 501-1,000 employees
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About the role
Manage complex, multi-discipline water and wastewater engineering projects from planning through construction and closeout. Provide technical leadership, mentor junior staff, and serve as the primary point of contact for client communications.
What they look for
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering and 15-25 years of experience in engineering or project management. A Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred, along with strong leadership and organizational skills.
Benefits
Full description
Shape the Future with DLZ!
At DLZ Corporation, we don’t just design infrastructure—we create solutions that improve communities and empower careers. As a nationally recognized, award-winning multidisciplinary firm, we deliver engineering and architectural design services, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition, and materials testing across the Midwest.
Join a team where innovation meets collaboration, and your expertise drives meaningful impact.
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.
Duties & 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.
Job Qualifications:
- 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.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
- 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.
Investing in Your Future:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth:
- 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
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At DLZ, diversity isn’t just a policy—it’s a priority. We foster an environment where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspective. Employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications, in full compliance with all applicable laws.
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