Stormwater Senior Project Manager

Withers Ravenel is hiring a Senior Project Manager to join our growing and collaborative Stormwater team. In this role, the individual will lead complex stormwater and water resources projects focused on stormwater management, watershed planning, drainage design, flood mitigation, and environmental compliance. They will manage a team and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-impact, sustainable solutions across North Carolina and beyond.

They will be responsible for client relationship management, project delivery, and strategic technical oversight, while also mentoring junior and mid-level staff to support their professional growth. The Senior Project Manager will play a key leadership role in advancing team development, supporting business development efforts, and ensuring the successful execution of projects aligned with client goals and regulatory requirements.

This is a hybrid role working out of our downtown Raleigh, North Carolina office, where employees and supervisors collaborate to establish an in- and out-of-office schedule that "works" for all involved.

Why WR? Withers Ravenel is looking for people who are passionate about collaboration, community, and client success. Your reward for sharing your talent with us? OWNERSHIP. As a 100% employee-owned company, every employee is an owner-which adds a powerful and unique dimension to our vibrant company culture and purposeful work. Our employee owners say they love a lot of things about Withers Ravenel, but the things most often cited are:

• our amazing people and team-first atmosphere,
• our focus on the professional development and growth of our staff, and
• our commitment to the communities in which we work and live.

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Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Professional Engineer or ability to obtain registration within six months
• 12+ years of engineering experience with 6+ years managing teams
• Self-motivated, engaged, team-oriented, and strategic thinking with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision
• Strong leadership and team building and engagement skills as well as excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of accounting principles, including budgeting and forecasting
• Execute multiple tasks under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
• Experience with business and strategic planning processes
• Proven track record of developing existing and new client relationships
• Proven Track record of mentoring and coaching
• Energetic, flexible, confident, and forward thinking

Preferred Requirement:

• Project Manager training and/or certifications

Working Conditions

The assignment may require infrequent evening/weekend work. 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.

Withers Ravenel 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 Withers Ravenel, 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.