watersystemsconsulting

Design Practice Area Director

California, Oregon · Director

Sponsorship not specified$170k-$225kDetected 6 days ago

Business DevelopmentLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingMentoringPublic Speaking

About the role

It is through the diverse cultures and identities of our clients, their communities, and our team that we find the most innovative solutions and leave everything we touch better than when we found it.
The ideal candidate will be based in, or willing to relocate to, one of our office locations: San Luis Obispo, CA; Folsom, CA; Laguna Hills, CA; Ontario, CA; San Diego, CA; or Portland, OR.
Salary Range: The salary range for this position is competitive at $170,000 to $225,000 and will be based on experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities

Lead multi-disciplinary teams to successful delivery water infrastructure design, and/or program management of medium- to large-scale water, recycled water and/or wastewater systems.
Lead teams in the development of tools, standards, processes, and best practices that improve the quality and efficiency of design work.
Lead project pursuits including proposal development and interview preparation.
Lead project workshops, facilitate concept development, evaluation alternatives, and drive decision making.
Mentor entry-level and mid-career design professionals in best practices, including assisting with goal setting.
Monitor performance metrics for the design practice and develop strategies for achieving long-term goals that allow the practice to grow and thrive.
Prepare high-quality written work products potentially including technical memoranda, technical reports, drawings, specifications, and contract documents.

Requirements

P.E. registration in California or the ability to obtain through reciprocity within 6 months of hire.
Experience delivering successful and collaborative project performance that achieve clients' goals, including cost-effective, sustainable, energy-efficient, operator-friendly, and innovative valuable outcomes.
15+ years of experience in planning, design and/or construction of water, wastewater and / or recycled water facilities.
Active participation in related professional associations and knowledge of current industry trends.
Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related engineering field; Master's degree preferred.
Strong values that align with our people-first values
Demonstration of understanding and defining project goals and requirements.
Demonstration of understanding business development fundamentals within the municipal public water sector. The ability to bring strong relationships with municipal clients in Southern California or Northern California is a plus.
Team first mindset. You enjoy collaborating, learning from, and teaching others, and are active in creating a positive team dynamic.
Desire to operate with freedom and accountability. A willingness to embrace innovative thinking and ideas to solve project challenges.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience preparing documents such as proposals and presentations, technical memoranda, reports, drawings, specifications, and miscellaneous contract documents.
Ability to serve as a dedicated and effective client service partner and demonstrate responsiveness, clear communication, quality delivery, mindful listening, and problem-solving skills.

Nice to have

Laguna Hills, CA
or Portland, OR.
Southern California or Folsom offices are preferred.
Occasional travel throughout California and the Pacific Northwest may be required.
Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related engineering field
Master's degree preferred.
Demonstration of understanding business development fundamentals within the municipal public water sector.
The ability to bring strong relationships with municipal clients in Southern California or Northern California is a plus.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is competitive at $170,000 to $225,000 and will be based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

You enjoy collaborating, learning from, and teaching others, and are active in creating a positive team dynamic.
We make it easy for you to enjoy the work you love by providing great benefits.

Company info

At WSC, we foster a people-centric culture where we care deeply about client relationships and see our coworkers as part of a big family. We have received recognition as one of the Best Places to Work and as a Fast-Growing Firm by Inc. Magazine's national workplace survey and our staff. We believe there are always opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, and we prioritize supporting each other in that process.
We make it easy for you to enjoy the work you love by providing great benefits. With an attractive compensation package including competitive salary, 401(k) plan, ESOP (employee stock ownership plan), employer paid short- and long-term disability, holiday pay, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, fitness, and health benefits program, we have you covered! Learn more about the benefits we offer - https://betterwaterfuture.com/benefits/
WSC is committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. As such, we do not make hiring or other employment-related decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, disability status, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, veteran, military or family status, or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws
At WSC, we foster a people-centric culture where we care deeply about client relationships and see our coworkers as part of a big family.
We have received recognition as one of the Best Places to Work and as a Fast-Growing Firm by Inc.
Magazine's national workplace survey and our staff.
We believe there are always opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, and we prioritize supporting each other in that process.
With an attractive compensation package including competitive salary, 401(k) plan, ESOP (employee stock ownership plan), employer paid short- and long-term disability, holiday pay, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, fitness, and health benefits program, we have you covered!
Learn more about the benefits we offer - https://betterwaterfuture.com/benefits/
WSC is committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture.
As such, we do not make hiring or other employment-related decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, disability status, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, veteran, military or family status, or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws

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