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Tetra Tech · 4 months ago

Water Program Deputy Director – Los Alamos, NM

Los Alamos, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

15+ years exp

Tetra Tech is a leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. They are seeking a Deputy Director to oversee the execution of the Water Program at the Los Alamos Legacy Cleanup project, ensuring safe, compliant, and cost-effective operations while maintaining strong client relationships and managing project performance.

ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringInfrastructureNatural ResourcesRenewable Energy

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Working with the Program Director and to provide leadership and a vision for safe, compliant and cost-effective execution of the Water Program at Los Alamos

Verifies the implementation of safety and quality programs throughout all aspects of the Water Program including our numerous projects in the field

Develop and maintain strong working relationships with client representatives and key decision makers while achieving high level of client satisfaction in all areas of performance

Lead development of regulatory strategies and interface with the regulators

Lead preparation and negotiation of performance-based incentives and prepare the quarterly award fee self-assessment in accordance with a Performance Evaluation Management Plan

Verify field operations activities in accordance with the processes and procedures including the quality and safety requirements of the project

Lead and maintain a strong safety culture and comply with all health & safety policies and subcontract requirements

Ensure proper execution of the project including planning, scheduling, procurement, project controls and financial performance and compliance with company procedures

Manage and mentor staff to enrich the careers of the team and to develop a collaborative culture on site

In conjunction with the project leads develop, plan and execute business goals and objectives which support the project team, financial milestones, and the client

Maintain appropriate oversight of subcontractors ensuring excellent performance and compliance

Grow the business through development of a strong network of business partnerships

Develop community relationships through outreach

Assure business practices align with Contract terms including Earned Value Management compliance

Assure all financial metrics are met and maximized through sound financial management

Coordinate with all service leads, HR, Finance, Contracts, Procurement, in managing the detailed aspects of the project

Qualification

Environmental RemediationWater MonitoringProject ManagementDOE RegulationsPMP CertificationBusiness DevelopmentClient Relationship ManagementSafety CultureFinancial ManagementTeam Leadership