WaterWastewater Senior Project Manager

Lead with vision. Build with purpose. Shape what lasts.

At WithersRavenel we see water as the foundation of thriving communities - and the engineers who design and safeguard its systems create an impact that reaches far beyond any single project. As a Senior Project Manager youll not only lead projects youll lead people communities and the future of sustainable infrastructure.

This role is about more than managing deliverables. Its about setting the course for transformative projects guiding clients through complex challenges and mentoring the next generation of engineers and project managers. Youll serve as a trusted advisor a strategic partner and a leader who inspires teams to bring their very best to work that touches thousands of lives every day.

This opportunity is a hybrid role based out of our Charlotte North Carolina office.

What youll do:

• Provide strategic leadership on complex water and wastewater projects
• Build lasing client relationships rooted in trust vision and service
• Mentor and develop project managers and engineers helping them grow into leaders
• Oversee financial performance schedules and project delivery
• Drive innovation and sustainable practices that strengthen communities for the future

Why WithersRavenel

Were 100% employee-owned - which means your leadership doesnt just guide projects it helps shape the future of our company. Heres what youll find here:

• Employee Ownership - your leadership directly impacts the success we all share
• People First Culture - a company that values balance wellbeing and authentic connection
• Legacy of Growth - opportunities to advance your career while investing in the growth of others

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Licensed Professional Engineer
• 10 years of engineering/industry experience with demonstrated team management experience
• Experience managing utility (primarily water and sewer related) projects; preference given to public sector projects
• Demonstrated success managing multiple large-scale projects including budgets schedules and deliverables
• Strong knowledge of water and wastewater treatment distribution collection and related infrastructure
• Established track record of building and maintaining long-term client relationships and securing new work
• Experience in financial management proposal development contract negotiations and strategic planning
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex concepts clearly to clients stakeholders and internal teams
• Ability to anticipate challenges develop innovative solutions and navigate regulatory processes effectively
• Commitment to a team-oriented employee-owned culture with a focus on shared success

Working Conditions

The assignment may require infrequent evening/weekend work and job site visits outdoors. Candidates should enjoy working in collaborative fast-paced and client-driven environment.

Physical Requirements

The assignment may occasionally require repetitive physical tasks (such as operating a computer) standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time extended time travelling in a vehicle and carrying equipment and materials up to 25 pounds.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.

WithersRavenel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion sex national origin political affiliation sexual orientation gender identity disability age military service or other non-merit factors protected by federal state or local laws. At WithersRavenel we strive to build and nurture a culture where diversity inclusivity and belonging are a normal part of doing business not an initiative. We know through experience that different ideas perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results. By hiring highly talented people who align with our Core Values we continue to enrich and broaden our ownership community as well as the employee and client experience. This purposeful approach to diversity and inclusion leads to greater commitment collaboration and effectiveness in our culture work and lives.