Alireza Parhami

Director, Digital Transformation

Alireza Parhami is an accomplished executive leading DC Water's digital transformation initiative. As Director of Digital Transformation, he spearheads the Authority's enterprise-wide intelligent operational systems strategy, orchestrating cross-functional implementation of advanced data acquisition, analytics, and management solutions that drive operational excellence.

Mr. Parhami directs a comprehensive team of digital modeling experts, GIS professionals, data analysts, and BIM/CAD specialists who are revolutionizing DC Water's operational landscape through innovative digital initiatives. His diverse portfolio encompasses geospatial information systems, building information modeling, computer-aided design, and advanced data analytics solutions that enable visualization and optimization of critical infrastructure. Under his leadership, the organization has established robust frameworks for data governance, system integration, and predictive analytics that enhance decision-making capabilities across the enterprise.

Before assuming his current leadership role, Mr. Parhami served in strategic positions at DC Water and other prestigious organizations, including the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC). His notable achievements include authoring WSSC's definitive buried water systems asset management plan and leading the development of one of North America's largest hydraulic modeling systems at AECOM—an innovative solution incorporating approximately 60,000 pipes and 50 pumping stations.

Mr. Parhami holds a Master's degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Western Ontario and a Bachelor's degree from Sharif University of Technology, complemented by a graduate diploma in Computer Science from Concordia University. A recognized industry authority, he maintains Professional Engineering (PE) licenses in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Texas.

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

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June 4, 2026
Thursday, 9:30 AM

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Customer Service Center Announcement

Payment Plan Incentive: provides a credit back of 50% of the last 3 payments made. Eligible participants are residential customers who have had an outstanding balance for 60 days or greater and with an outstanding balance of $500 or more.