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Engineering Manager

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Rivanna Authorities

Charlottesville, VA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 8 weeks ago (Updated 2 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/27/2026

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Job Description

Resumes, Cover Letters, & Application packets should be received by April 10, 2026. Lead People. Deliver Infrastructure. Shape the Future of Water. Rivanna Water & Sewer Authority is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing team responsible for delivering critical water and wastewater infrastructure projects that serve our community. This is a people-first leadership role ideal for someone who excels at developing teams, driving accountability, and ensuring projects are delivered successfully through others. You will not be managing every project yourself; instead, you will empower and support your team to deliver complex capital projects on time, on budget, and in compliance with Virginia procurement requirements.
What You'll Do:
Lead & Develop a High-Performing Team Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to a team of engineers, inspectors, and project staff Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional growth Oversee Capital Project Delivery Set clear expectations and empower staff to lead projects successfully Ensure successful delivery of capital improvement projects (CIP) through staff Hold teams accountable for scope, schedule, budget, and quality performance Monitor project progress, identify risks, and ensure corrective actions are taken Ensure Procurement & Contract Compliance Oversee engineering and construction procurement in accordance with the Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA) Manage consultant and construction contracts to ensure performance, compliance, and value Drive Coordination & Strategic Alignment Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Finance, and IT to align infrastructure projects with organizational priorities Support long-term infrastructure planning, asset management, and system resiliency Serve as a Trusted Leader Represent Rivanna with regional partners and stakeholders Support emergency response as a technical leader when needed What We're Looking For Strong people leader who develops teams and builds accountability Proven experience delivering capital projects within budget and schedule Working knowledge of public procurement and contract management Ability to balance big-picture strategy with operational execution Collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset

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