Director of Water/Wastewater Management Phoenix

Overview: The Director of Water/Wastewater Engineering will provide strategic, technical, and operational leadership for the firm's Water/Wastewater Department. This role combines client engagement, team leadership, project oversight, and business development, with responsibility for driving continued growth across municipal and private-sector markets.

Key Responsibilities: Lead, manage the Water/Wastewater Department, overseeing a team of approximately 6-8 engineers and technical staffServe as a senior technical leader, providing guidance and quality oversight across projectsBuild and maintain strong relationships with municipal and private clients, as well as local, state, and federal regulatory agenciesRepresent the firm through effective presentations to city councils, community groups, and selection committeesDrive marketing and business development initiatives to grow the department, working closely with the Business Development Director and PresidentSupervise staff performance, including hiring, coaching, and conducting performance reviewsDefine project scopes, develop schedules and work plans, and identify required subconsultantsPrepare and negotiate fee proposalsMaintain and expand existing client relationships while developing new business opportunitiesEnsure accurate project documentation for both client and internal purposesBachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (or higher) from an accredited institution or similar fieldProfessional Engineer (P.E.) license is desired; Out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain licensure within six monthsAt least 12-15+ years of progressive engineering experience, including at least 8 years in project management within the Water/Wastewater Management industryDemonstrated experience and track record of delivering municipal water and wastewater projectsExperience with both municipal and private-sector markets would be idealExperience out of a Civil/Consulting Firm is preferredStrong local market knowledge with established client relationships in the Phoenix metro area is preferredExperience managing and developing engineering teams is preferredPlease note: Will consider Lead Project Managers or Engineering Managers open to moving into a Director level position