{"id":3436,"date":"2026-03-13T09:00:50","date_gmt":"2026-03-13T13:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/water.phila.gov\/blog\/?p=3436"},"modified":"2026-03-09T13:37:36","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T17:37:36","slug":"womens-history-bri-conway","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/water.phila.gov\/blog\/womens-history-bri-conway\/","title":{"rendered":"PWD Women’s History Month Spotlight: Bri Conway"},"content":{"rendered":"

For Women\u2019s History Month, we are introducing you to some phenomenal women working at the Philadelphia Water Department, making a difference every day and doing extraordinary things in their careers.<\/p>\n

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Bri Conway<\/h2>\n

Engineering Supervisor 1<\/strong>
Green Stormwater Operations<\/h3>\n
4 years at PWD<\/h6>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Explain what you do at PWD. What is something that people would find interesting about the job?<\/h5>\n

I\u2019m an Engineering Supervisor I in the Green Stormwater Operations Unit. Our team manages the inspection, maintenance, protection, and retrofit of PWD\u2019s green stormwater infrastructure \u2014 assets such as rain gardens, tree trenches, and bumpouts designed to manage the city\u2019s stormwater runoff.<\/p>\n

One thing I love about my job is that I have the opportunity to be involved in the entire lifecycle of these projects. I started in this role a little over four years ago, and several green infrastructure designs I reviewed at the beginning of my time here in 2021 have since completed construction and are now in PWD maintenance custody. It\u2019s incredibly rewarding to see projects move from a set of plans on paper, through construction, to completed and operational systems that improve our neighborhoods and waterways.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

What advice would you give to a younger version of yourself looking to work at PWD in your career field?<\/h5>\n

I would tell a younger version of myself that pursuing a career in the public sector is a challenging but incredibly rewarding and worthwhile pivot. Before joining PWD, I worked as an engineering consultant on international water resources projects. While that experience was valuable, I realized I wanted to be more directly involved in projects within my own community. A career with PWD is a great way to see the tangible impact of your work.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Do you think there are any barriers for women wanting to do your job? If so, how did you overcome them?<\/h5>\n

Careers in STEM are still largely male-dominated. It can sometimes feel daunting to step into spaces where you\u2019re one of the only women \u2014 especially when supervising field crews or needing to assert technical expertise with confidence.<\/p>\n

One of the most valuable ways I\u2019ve navigated this has been through my involvement in PWD\u2019s Women\u2019s Employee Resource Group. Connecting with women across the department, hearing their experiences, and learning from how they lead with confidence in male-dominated environments has been incredibly empowering. Over time, I\u2019ve learned that confidence grows with practice. Being assertive in your expertise and trusting your knowledge becomes easier the more you do it. Having a strong network of women to learn from and lean on makes a huge difference.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Here\u2019s your chance to give a special shout out to a woman in your own life, at work, or in your community who has served as a role model or mentor \u2013 who\u2019s getting your praise?<\/h5>\n

I\u2019ve been incredibly fortunate to be inspired by the strong women leading my unit since I started working at PWD. Ashley Willis, my direct supervisor, and Meg Malloy, another supervisor in my unit, have both shown me how to lead assertively, fairly, and empathetically. Watching them navigate complex projects, support their teams, and lead with thoughtfulness has been a great example to learn from as I continue to grow in my own role within the department.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Share your favorite inspirational quote by a woman\u2026<\/h5>\n
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\u201cTo love a place is not enough. We must find ways to heal it.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u2013 Robin Wall Kimmerer<\/cite><\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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