Full-Time

Senior Project Manager

Deadline 11/6/27
Dewberry

Dewberry

1,001-5,000 employees

Nationwide planning, design, and construction professionals

Compensation Overview

$150k - $190k/yr

No H1B Sponsorship

New York, NY, USA

In Person

Bachelor's, Master's

Category
Business & Strategy (1)
Required Skills
AutoCAD
Quality Assurance (QA)

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Requirements
  • A Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree, preferably in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in water resources and/or environmental engineering.
  • 12 to 20 years of experience in water resources, including hydrology and hydraulic modeling, green infrastructure, conveyance systems, stormwater infrastructure design, flood resilience, and flood control system components.
  • A Professional Engineer license and the ability to apply for reciprocity in various states.
  • Demonstrated experience as an engineer of record for built projects.
  • Progressive experience conducting business development and project delivery for stormwater and flood resilience projects in urban environments, including coastal, riverine/fluvial, and pluvial environments.
  • Knowledge of United States Army Corps of Engineers, Federal Emergency Management Agency, New York City Department of Environmental Protection, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, and similar agencies' standards and procedures for design.
  • Strong technical writing and communication skills.
  • Experience using geographic information system and computer-aided design programs such as Environmental Systems Research Institute ArcGIS, AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, and others.
  • Experience using hydrologic and hydraulic modeling programs such as InfoWorks ICM, MIKE, Hydrologic Engineering Center-Hydrologic Modeling System, Hydrologic Engineering Center-River Analysis System, Storm Water Management Model, and others.
  • Knowledge of quality assurance and quality control using various standards and checklists.
  • A clean driving record.
Responsibilities
  • Perform engineering analysis; develop preliminary and detailed designs of water infrastructure, including green infrastructure, best management practices, hydraulic control structures, drainage conveyance systems, pump stations, flood control systems, and other infrastructure; write specifications; and develop construction documents.
  • Serve as the water resources engineer of record on projects.
  • Support leadership in developing a team of professionals that delivers multidisciplinary flood resilience projects.
  • Develop strong client relationships.
  • Lead multidisciplinary teams of professionals on planning and design-related projects.
  • Lead strategy and capture planning on pursuits for stormwater and flood resilience-related planning and design projects.
  • Manage, lead, execute, and/or provide technical support for resilience, water resources, and hazard mitigation projects within municipal, regional, and federal markets.
  • Communicate with clients, establish goals and objectives for project teams, and schedule and coordinate resources to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to client performance expectations.
  • Mentor Project Managers, Project Engineers, Staff Engineers, and Graduate Engineers.
  • Serve as the quality assurance and quality control champion for the water resources and climate resilience team.
Desired Qualifications
  • Knowledge of Computational Fluid Dynamics.
  • Knowledge of coastal engineering.

Dewberry is a nationwide planning, design, and construction services firm that serves both public and private clients. It helps clients by providing professional services to plan, design, and build natural and built environments, tackling complex challenges and transforming communities. The company collaborates with clients through teams that combine client-focused service with deep subject-matter expertise to deliver projects end-to-end—from planning and design to construction. Unlike firms that rely on a narrow niche, Dewberry differentiates itself with a long track record (established in 1956), a large nationwide footprint (50 locations and 2,500+ professionals), and a strong emphasis on relationships, diversity, and employee growth. Its goal is to create value for clients, improve communities, empower employees, and expand its reach by delivering responsible, well-executed solutions.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Fairfax, Virginia

Founded

1956

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Dewberry reported 2,500 employees, 50+ locations, and $763 million scale in August 2026.
  • Richard Kincheloe now leads a 40-person Mid-Atlantic water team across Virginia and Maryland.
  • Heather Dean's June 2026 hire expands western pursuits across water and transportation markets.

What critics are saying

  • Dewberry sells mostly to public agencies; budget cuts and procurement delays hit 2027 backlog.
  • The February-April 2026 CEO transition tests execution across 2,500 employees and 50 locations.
  • Federal reliance in USACE, Army, and USACE-adjacent work exposes Dewberry to one-client concentration.

What makes Dewberry unique

  • 2026 leadership reshuffle shows Dewberry concentrates on water, transportation, and resilience.
  • Robert Williams and Ken Davis deepen a $27 billion design-build engine.
  • Jeff Bonacci and Jacob Owen strengthen Pennsylvania CM/CI and national geotechnical delivery.

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Dewberry
Aug 14th, 2026
Dewberry welcomes senior associate and construction services department manager Jeff Bonacci.

Dewberry welcomes senior associate and construction services department manager Jeff Bonacci. Bonacci brings nearly 35 years' experience to the construction services department. 08.14.2026 Dewberry, a privately held professional services firm, has announced that Jeffery (Jeff) Bonacci has joined the firm as a senior associate and constructions services department manager. In this role, Bonacci will be responsible for leading and developing the firm's construction management and construction inspection (CM/CI) program in Pennsylvania, serving clients statewide. Bonacci brings nearly 35 years of civil engineering experience and construction management, leading transportation infrastructure projects in northeastern Pennsylvania. He has overseen complex highway, bridge, and interstate reconstruction projects for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and public agencies, including multimillion-dollar projects for interstate reconstruction, bridge rehabilitation, roadway improvements, and design-build initiatives with project values exceeding $100 million. "We are excited to welcome Jeff to the team," says Dewberry Vice President and Business Unit Manager Curt Sanno, PE, CBSI. "Jeff's collaborative leadership, strategic vision, and technical expertise in CM/CI will be a valuable asset in supporting our clients and their complex infrastructure projects across public and private sectors." Bonacci earned a degree in mechanical engineering from Pennsylvania State University (1985). He is a member of the American Council of Engineering Companies and American Society of Highway Engineers.

Dewberry
Jul 23rd, 2026
Dewberry promotes Richard Kincheloe to mid-atlantic water business unit manager.

Dewberry promotes Richard Kincheloe to mid-atlantic water business unit manager. Kincheloe leading a 40-person water/wastewater team across four offices in Virginia and Maryland. 07.23.2026 Dewberry, a privately held professional services firm, has announced that Richard Kincheloe, PE, has been promoted to business unit manager for Dewberry's mid-Atlantic water group. Kincheloe is also an associate vice president. Kincheloe has 20 years of experience, including 15 years with Dewberry. He began his career with the firm in 2005 in the Richmond, Virginia, office and has held multiple technical and leadership roles supporting water and wastewater clients. Kincheloe's areas of technical expertise include utility master planning and hydraulic modeling for water and sewer infrastructure; and planning and design of water/wastewater infrastructure, collection/distribution systems evaluation, and pump station optimization. Since rejoining Dewberry in 2018, he has helped support and expand the firm's growing mid-Atlantic water practice from Dewberry's Fairfax headquarters. Kincheloe has helped expand the firm's water resources and technical capabilities through strategic hiring, technical collaboration, and engagement with subject matter experts from across the company. In addition, he serves as the water market sector utility management technology office co-leader, helping advance regional and national business development initiatives through data-driven strategies and tools that improve the effectiveness of marketing and growth investments. "Richard has a collaborative leadership approach that our clients and employees value, especially when we pull together disciplines and resources from across the mid-Atlantic to execute complex deliverables," says Dewberry Senior Vice President Steve Kuntz, PE, DBIA. "I'm excited for his promotion and look forward to supporting his ongoing professional advancement as he directs our teams in delivering excellence for our clients and communities." Kincheloe earned bachelor's and master's degrees in civil engineering from Virginia Tech (2008 and 2014, respectively). He is an active member of the American Water Works Association and Water Environment Federation.

Dewberry
Jul 17th, 2026
Jacob Owen joins Dewberry as national geotechnical lead.

Jacob Owen joins Dewberry as national geotechnical lead. Owen to lead engineering and construction services for levees, dams, and coastal structures. 07.17.2026 Dewberry, a privately held professional services firm, has announced that Jacob Owen, PE, BC.GE, PMP, has joined the firm as senior associate and national geotechnical lead for levees, dams, and coastal structures. In this role, Owen will lead engineering and construction services for large-scale flood resilience projects in coastal and riverine environments and support the growth of Dewberry's risk, response, recovery, and resilience practice nationwide. He is based in the firm's Bloomfield, New Jersey, office. Owen brings over 20 years of experience in geotechnical engineering and previously served as chief civil works engineer for a national consulting firm. In this role, he led the growth of the firm's civil works practice, supporting federal clients on projects spanning dam and levee safety, flood risk management, and risk-informed engineering. Prior to this role, Owen spent 13 years as the geotechnical branch chief for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Kansas City District, where he led a team of 55 geotechnical and civil engineers, geologists, and drill crew for civil works and military programs. "We are thrilled to have Jacob join our team," says Dewberry Senior Associate and Department Manager Chris Ellis, PE, DBIA. "His extensive experience designing large-scale, complex civil works infrastructure projects will strengthen our geotechnical capabilities and help us continue delivering innovative solutions for our federal, state, and local clients." Owen earned his bachelor's and master's degrees in civil engineering from University of Missouri and is a board-certified geotechnical engineer. He is a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Association of State Dam Safety Officials, Society of American Military Engineers Kansas City and Omaha posts, and the U.S. Society on Dams.

Dewberry
Jun 24th, 2026
Dewberry welcomes Heather Dean as director of marketing for the west region.

Dewberry welcomes Heather Dean as director of marketing for the west region. Dean brings more than 30 years of experience to help support firm's growth. 06.24.2026 Dewberry, a privately held professional services firm, has announced that Heather Dean has joined the firm's Denver, Colorado, office, as director of marketing for the western region. In this role, Dean will lead integrated marketing, business development, and pursuit strategy across the west, partnering with executives and technical leaders to anticipate market shifts and position the firm for growth across the water and transportation sectors. Dean brings more than 30 years of experience to her role. Prior to joining Dewberry, she served as principal and director of marketing and business development for an international professional services firm's water practice. In her tenure, she set growth strategy in partnership with executive leadership and led cross-functional marketing and business development teams across North America and globally. Dean also drove enterprise-wide campaigns, guided business planning and key account strategy, and led some of the organization's largest North American and global pursuits, including multi-billion-dollar corporate campaigns. "Our team in the west is thrilled to welcome Heather," says Dewberry Senior Vice President and West Operating Unit Manager Dennis Haglan, PE. "Heather's industry experience leading significant marketing initiatives will bring valuable perspective to directly benefit our clients."

Dewberry
Jun 22nd, 2026
Amanda Pommerenck of Dewberry promoted to vice president.

Amanda Pommerenck of Dewberry promoted to vice president. USACE and Army executive client manager promoted in Huntsville, Alabama. 06.22.2026 Dewberry, a privately held professional services firm, has announced that Amanda Pommerenck, PE, has been promoted to vice president. Pommerenck is based in the firm's Huntsville, Alabama, office. In her new role, she will manage the firm's relationship with the U.S. Army nationally, to include the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers (USACE) and other federal clients. Pommerenck has over 25 years of experience in executive leadership, project management, engineering, and construction. Her background includes management and execution of architect-engineer contracts, specifications and criteria, control systems cyber security, operations and maintenance technical support, cost engineering, and automated systems. "Amanda continuously brings tremendous value to our firm and the clients we serve," says Dewberry President Phil Thiel. "We're excited to support her continued professional advancement and look forward to her continued contributions to our clients' programs and our organization." Pommerenck received her master's degree in building construction from Auburn University (2013) and bachelor's degree in civil engineering from Vanderbilt University (1997). She is a U.S. Army veteran, a member of the Society of American Military Engineers' Huntsville post, and a member of the Vanderbilt University Alumni Association Board.