Senior Project Engineering Manager - Water/Wastewater - Arlington
Black & Veatch Corporation, Arlington, VA, United States
Senior Project Engineering Manager - Water/Wastewater - Arlington
Date: Apr 25, 2026
Location: Arlington, VA, US
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies
The Opportunity
As the Sr. Project Engineering Manager for Water & Wastewater, you will manage the execution of the engineering component of multiple traditional, design-build, design-bid-build, and collaborative delivery projects including advanced treatment facilities, underground conveyance, and carbon neutral solutions.
Lead a multi-discipline team of engineers and technicians on high profile municipal projects.
Supervise and mentor engineering staff, identifying developmental growth opportunities.
Manage budgets, scheduling, and correspondence with clients and project management in support of a project.
The Team
Black & Veatch’s Governments & Community business works to provide innovative solutions and integrated planning, design, and construction support for mission-critical facilities, as well as threat reduction and environmental services worldwide.
Prepare complex engineering deliverables for multiple or mega projects.
Conduct research to develop equipment and material recommendations.
Oversee collection of data and management of engineering work.
Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and quality requirements across multiple disciplines.
Lead larger production teams, coordinate multiple discipline activities, and serve as the responsible charge for complex projects.
Establish a workplan to be applied to a project.
Client Interface
Identify key client interests and drivers for highly complex projects.
Communicate client concerns to project team members and develop solutions.
Provide support for business development or pursuit activities.
Manage project changes directly with the client with Project Management.
Technical Expertise
Lead large multi-discipline teams to meet project deliverables.
Serve as technical leader for complex water and wastewater treatment projects.
Drive solutions to achieve project goals.
May support the chief engineer and support discipline-specific engineering processes.
Management Responsibilities
Review lower-level engineering work or assignments.
Hiring, mentoring, performance management and pay administration of assigned personnel.
Preferred Qualifications
PE license.
Experience executing complex multi-discipline WTP and WWTP upgrades and expansion projects.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in the applicant’s home country or the country in which the professional is practicing or equivalent experience in engineering work. Minimum of 11 years related work experience. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include a background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Certifications
Holds an active engineering registration or licensure to support engineer of record (EOR) requirements for BV projects in applicable countries, and supports where necessary.
Work Environment / Physical Demands
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
Sitting/standing/computer usage for extended periods of time.
Ability to utilize video/audio conferencing software tools for internal/external communication.
Travel to client sites.
Salary Plan
REG: Registered Engineering
Job Grade
017
Benefits
Health care benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance.
Disability coverage and a robust wellness program.
Flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.
Company-matched 401(k) plan.
Adoption reimbursement and tuition reimbursement.
Vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, and a voluntary legal plan.
Pre-taxed accounts and the B&V Credit Union.
Performance-based bonus program.
Equal Employment Opportunity
BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies comply with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.
Notice to External Search Firms
Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.
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Date: Apr 25, 2026
Location: Arlington, VA, US
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies
The Opportunity
As the Sr. Project Engineering Manager for Water & Wastewater, you will manage the execution of the engineering component of multiple traditional, design-build, design-bid-build, and collaborative delivery projects including advanced treatment facilities, underground conveyance, and carbon neutral solutions.
Lead a multi-discipline team of engineers and technicians on high profile municipal projects.
Supervise and mentor engineering staff, identifying developmental growth opportunities.
Manage budgets, scheduling, and correspondence with clients and project management in support of a project.
The Team
Black & Veatch’s Governments & Community business works to provide innovative solutions and integrated planning, design, and construction support for mission-critical facilities, as well as threat reduction and environmental services worldwide.
Prepare complex engineering deliverables for multiple or mega projects.
Conduct research to develop equipment and material recommendations.
Oversee collection of data and management of engineering work.
Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and quality requirements across multiple disciplines.
Lead larger production teams, coordinate multiple discipline activities, and serve as the responsible charge for complex projects.
Establish a workplan to be applied to a project.
Client Interface
Identify key client interests and drivers for highly complex projects.
Communicate client concerns to project team members and develop solutions.
Provide support for business development or pursuit activities.
Manage project changes directly with the client with Project Management.
Technical Expertise
Lead large multi-discipline teams to meet project deliverables.
Serve as technical leader for complex water and wastewater treatment projects.
Drive solutions to achieve project goals.
May support the chief engineer and support discipline-specific engineering processes.
Management Responsibilities
Review lower-level engineering work or assignments.
Hiring, mentoring, performance management and pay administration of assigned personnel.
Preferred Qualifications
PE license.
Experience executing complex multi-discipline WTP and WWTP upgrades and expansion projects.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in the applicant’s home country or the country in which the professional is practicing or equivalent experience in engineering work. Minimum of 11 years related work experience. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include a background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Certifications
Holds an active engineering registration or licensure to support engineer of record (EOR) requirements for BV projects in applicable countries, and supports where necessary.
Work Environment / Physical Demands
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
Sitting/standing/computer usage for extended periods of time.
Ability to utilize video/audio conferencing software tools for internal/external communication.
Travel to client sites.
Salary Plan
REG: Registered Engineering
Job Grade
017
Benefits
Health care benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance.
Disability coverage and a robust wellness program.
Flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.
Company-matched 401(k) plan.
Adoption reimbursement and tuition reimbursement.
Vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, and a voluntary legal plan.
Pre-taxed accounts and the B&V Credit Union.
Performance-based bonus program.
Equal Employment Opportunity
BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies comply with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.
Notice to External Search Firms
Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.
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