Forgen
Water Practice Lead
Dallas, Texas; West Palm Beach, Florida · Senior · Contract
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 4 days ago
HubSpotCRMBusiness DevelopmentLead GenerationProcurementControlsLeadershipCommunicationGeotechnical Engineering
About the role
- This role is ideally suited for a candidate coming from an organization with recognized water infrastructure experience across Texas and the Gulf Coast region.
- Forgen is a leading geotechnical and specialty civil construction company operating across North America.
- We are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for complex civil, geotechnical, and environmental challenges, guided by our core values of integrity, passion, teamwork, and smart work.
Responsibilities
- Build and strengthen Forgen's position in the Texas and South-Central U.S. water market by establishing, developing, and maintaining relationships with key decision-makers at flood control districts, river authorities, water conservation districts, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE),, and major engineering and program management firms operating in the region.
- Maintain accurate and current CRM records including opportunity tracking, client contact history, pursuit status, and revenue forecasts
- Build the Water Practice over time by identifying talent, developing internal water sector expertise, and establishing Forgen's reputation through industry engagement, conference participation, and thought leadership in key water infrastructure forums across Texas and the Gulf Coast.
- Support the full pursuit lifecycle for water sector opportunities - from early opportunity identification and client engagement through RFQ/RFP response, interview preparation, and contract award
- coordinate with estimating, preconstruction, proposals, marketing, operations, and executive leadership to develop compelling, differentiated proposals
- Develop and communicate Forgen's value proposition to water sector clients, positioning the company's geotechnical, specialty civil, and construction capabilities as solutions to the complex challenges inherent in flood control, dam, and coastal projects
- Leverage knowledge of alternative delivery methods (design-build, CMAR, progressive design-build) to advise clients and position Forgen favorably on high-value, technically complex pursuits
- Maintain accurate and current CRM records including opportunity tracking, client contact history, pursuit status, and revenue forecasts; provide regular pipeline reporting to Forgen's business development and operations leadership.
- Support the full pursuit lifecycle for water sector opportunities - from early opportunity identification and client engagement through RFQ/RFP response, interview preparation, and contract award; coordinate with estimating, preconstruction, proposals, marketing, operations, and executive leadership to develop compelling, differentiated proposals
- Support in the indentification and development of teaming partnerships with engineering firms, program managers, and specialty subcontractors who can strengthen Forgen's competitive position on water sector pursuits; support teaming relationships through pursuit and into project delivery.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- familiarity with the Texas funding and regulatory landscape for water infrastructure.
- Experience working for or alongside recognized water sector firms.
- Strong understanding of alternative project delivery methods (design-build, CMAR, progressive design-build) and how they apply to water infrastructure procurement in Texas.
- Valid Driver's License and ability to travel regionally as needed.
Nice to have
- The following credentials and experience are preferred, but not mandatory.
- Familiarity with FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and LOMR/CLOMR processes.
- Experience with coastal resilience projects along the Texas Gulf Coast.
- Knowledge of geotechnical considerations in levee, dam, and earthen embankment construction.
- Active participation in Texas Water, SAME, ASCE Texas Section, or related professional organizations.
- Experience with CRM and lead generation platforms (Hubspot, GovWin, or equivalent).
- Physical Demands & Work Environment
- Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Equal opportunity
- Forgen is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibit s discrimination based on any legally protected status.
- At Forgen, we are committed to protecting your privacy. We collect and use your personal data to manage the recruitment process, including assessing your application, verifying information, and, if applicable, entering into an employment contract. Your information may be shared with authorized third parties who perform services on our behalf, such as background checks, and only where permitted by law. We implement appropriate security measures to safeguard your information and retain it only as long as necessary for recruitment and legal purposes.
- You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your data, and to withdraw your consent at any time where applicable. For questions or to exercise your rights, please contact hr@forgen.com.
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