Water & Air
Project Manager - Water Business
- Virginia Permanent

Join our client, a large, employee-owned infrastructure and engineering organization with a global presence and a strong track record in delivering complex, multi-million to billion-dollar projects. 

 

This role sits within a well-established water practice focused on supporting public-sector and utility clients, offering the opportunity to lead impactful infrastructure programs that enhance community resilience and sustainability. 

 

 

Key responsibilities for this role will include (but are not limited to): 

 

 

  • Managing the full lifecycle delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring successful outcomes across scope, schedule, and budget 
  • Serving as the primary point of contact for clients, building trusted relationships with municipal, regional, and government stakeholders 
  • Leading business development activities, including opportunity identification, proposal development, and client presentations 
  • Supporting regional growth strategies and contributing to broader market planning initiatives 
  • Overseeing multidisciplinary project teams, including engineering, design, and technical specialists 
  • Driving project performance through effective planning, financial management, and risk mitigation 
  • Managing contracts, including negotiating terms, monitoring compliance, and overseeing invoicing and payments 
  • Establishing performance goals and leading regular project reviews to ensure delivery excellence 
  • Mentoring and developing team members, supporting performance improvement and career progression 
  • Assisting with recruitment and team expansion to meet evolving project and market needs 

 

 

Required and desired skillsets, experience, and qualifications for this role:  

 

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience) 
  • Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred 
  • 10–15+ years of experience in water and/or wastewater infrastructure 
  • Proven experience managing complex, high-value projects within public-sector or utility environments 
  • Strong business development and client engagement experience 
  • Solid understanding of project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance metrics 
  • Experience with contract negotiation, commercial terms, and risk management practices 
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills 
  • Ability to thrive in a client-facing, collaborative environment 

 

 

Interested in finding out more? Reach out directly for more information – Colin.Reeves@talismanap.com 

 

 

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