Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

With a strong, diverse, and exciting backlog of municipal engineering assignments, RK&K is looking for self-motivated and highly collaborative Project Managers to lead a variety of municipal water/wastewater infrastructure projects involving feasibility studies, engineering design, preparation of construction documents, and construction management. As a Project Manager in our Water/Wastewater group, you will have an opportunity to deliver complex and rewarding projects while marketing municipal clients in the Mid-Atlantic regions from our practice in Richmond, VA or Fairfax, VA. Essential Functions Develop project deliverables including coordination of engineering disciplines in a highly collaborative team environment. Solve complex problems, provide technical evaluation, and evaluate costs and benefits of alternative solutions for water/wastewater clients. Mentor and develop less experienced/junior engineering professionals, establishing growth opportunities and building project delivery teams. Manage a variety of municipal water/wastewater infrastructure projects such as water transmission and distribution, sewage collection and conveyance, water booster stations and sewage pumping stations, pipeline rehabilitation, and much more. Negotiate and manage scopes of work, schedules, and budgets for water/wastewater projects. Routinely utilize internal systems for project management, quality control, and quality assurance. Interface with clients; subconsultants; and local, state, and federal permitting agencies to execute water/wastewater projects. Identify and create project opportunities by networking with potential clients, including public and private utilities and related agencies. Support group leadership in marketing and pursuit of new work leads focusing primarily on water/wastewater municipal clients. Participate in developing proposals in response to RFPs from clients and potential clients. Required Skills And Experience Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering or related engineering field. Ten (10) years of relevant experience in consulting engineering in the municipal water/wastewater industry, with a progression of responsibility including project delivery, project management, and business development. Professional Engineers license in Virginia, or ability to obtain through reciprocity. Existing municipal/private engineering client relationships and/or the ability to develop and nurture such relationships. Proficiency in communicating technical information. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word. Preferred Skills And Experience Proficiency in AutoCAD. Other duties: This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required. What We Offer Paid time off Hybrid work Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances Paid parental leave Wellness programs and employee resource groups Career Development Matching 401(k) plan Paid Holidays Much, much more! Why RK&K? As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award‑winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward. Design your career at RK&K, Apply Today! #J-18808-Ljbffr