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  • The Role:This role supports sewer rehabilitation projects for a water utility and is suited to an experienced engineer with municipal infrastructure experience.
  • The Person:The person will support project delivery by preparing and reviewing engineering documents, coordinating design and permitting, reviewing contractor submissions, and tracking schedules, budgets, and construction activities.
  • Requirements:The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of relevant engineering experience, experience supporting municipal sewer, wastewater, underground utility, or rehabilitation projects, and a Maryland or Virginia PE preferred.

About the role

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Tuition assistance
  • Vision insurance
Project Engineer – Potomac Interceptor Program
Location
  • DC Water Clean Rivers Facility (CMF Building), Blue Plains
  • Hybrid: Minimum 3 days per week in the office
Experience
  • 5–10 years of relevant engineering experience
  • Experience supporting municipal sewer, wastewater, underground utility, or rehabilitation projects
Licensure
  • Maryland or Virginia PE preferred
  • Ability to obtain reciprocity within six (6) months if not currently licensed
Key Responsibilities
  • Support the Project Manager in delivering large sewer rehabilitation projects.
  • Prepare and review engineering calculations, plans, specifications, and technical documents.
  • Coordinate design development and permitting activities.
  • Review contractor submittals, RFIs, change orders, and construction documentation.
  • Participate in design reviews and construction meetings.
  • Track project schedules, budgets, and action items.
  • Provide construction engineering support during project execution.
  • Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and DC Water stakeholders.
Availability
  • Immediate or within 1–3 months
Compensation
  • Up to $77/hour, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Published July 12, 2026
Location WASHINGTON, DC
Category None  
Job Type Full-Time