H2M architects + engineers · 2 months ago
Practice Leader (Water/Wastewater Engineering)
New York, NY, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$125K/yr - $160K/yr
15+ years expH2M architects + engineers is a multidiscipline architectural, engineering, and environmental consulting firm seeking a Water/Wastewater Engineering Practice Leader to enhance their Water and Wastewater services. The successful candidate will manage projects, develop business, and maintain client relationships while ensuring the delivery of high-quality services.
Architecture
Responsibilities
Assist in the develop and implementation of strategy for further development in the Water/Wastewater Groups
Work with the Market Leader and/or Discipline Director to implement a plan for growth of the market in existing and new service areas, as well as new areas as highlighted in the annual business plan for the Market
Financial proficiency in establishing project related fees and aggressive revenue projections and profit margins is required
Ability to manage a team of professionals
Working closely with all disciplines to implement and manage projects that fall under the Water/Wastewater group and establish staffing needs, achievable project schedules and meet established deliverable timelines, and produce an excellent work product, all while ensuring client satisfaction with overall services
Assist where needed in the preparation of a detailed discipline plan and determine where potential funding opportunities may exist
Assist where needed with the marketing team to produce business plan materials pertinent to the market
Ensure the H2M standard procedures and processes are being utilized and maintained
Attend trade shows, client presentations and meetings, develop articles, blogs, social media, and press releases to help showcase H2M and the Water/Wastewater Group with a goal to promote H2M’s presence in the market and region
Prepare/coordinate proposals in conjunction with the marketing and technical staff. Assist with “Go/No Go” decisions for responding to RFP’s. Marshall the necessary resources on proposal opportunities which may involve developing a proposal strategy, writing portions of the proposal, and coordinating efforts of other technical writers to develop a winning proposal
Coordinate and communicate with staff to ensure project deadlines and client requirements are being met and provide technical leadership and oversight on the management of project. Work with other managers and water/wastewater professionals to develop scope of work, budgets, and plans for water/wastewater related work
Assist with the development efforts of the regional office’s overall growth and development of the staff in the discipline
Develop a sense of team with the staff you work alongside and manager. This will typically involve spending a significant amount of time with the discipline staff getting to know them and their capabilities. May enlist key people within the firm to assist and drive important discipline related initiatives
Responsible for making sure we provide excellent customer service both internally and externally. Will respond to requests of others as needed and set up a communication protocol for existing and future clients to ensure their needs are met. This includes communication with department managers within the discipline
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required with 15+ years' experience in the business of consulting Water/Wastewater engineering for municipal, private, and public agency clients with the ability to maintain client relations and serve a large group of internal and external clients and lead a group of technical staff
Relevant knowledge of project management, design, construction, operations, and administration of Water/Wastewater infrastructure is required
A strong technical background is required
Able to develop long-term, professional relationships with existing and potential clients including strong one-on-one client development and entertainment, where appropriate
Successful track record of performance for obtaining new clients and in creating new projects for existing clients
Licensed professional engineer and able to gain reciprocity in multiple states in which H2M operates
Preferred
Working knowledge of MS suite including Word, Excel, Power Point and Adobe preferred
Microsoft Outlook experience required
Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload and lead a team
Ability to effectively delegate responsibilities when necessary to marshal proposals and project resources
Ability to communicate effectively with the marketplace and develop and give presentations to a group and one-on-one
Forecasting trends and tracking emerging technologies in Water/Wastewater
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in the preparation of engineering design reports and studies, proposals for professional engineering services, public presentations, and project interviews
Proficient public speaking skills are a necessity
Benefits
Healthcare and wellness benefits
401(k) retirement savings with up to 6% employer matching contributions with 100% vesting schedule
Annual and spot bonus performance programs
Flexibility and paid time off
Tuition assistance for continuing education & professional licensure
Student loan debt repayment program
Technology allowance
Excellent professional development programs that are custom designed for employees at all levels
Company
H2M architects + engineers
About H2M H2M architects + engineers is a multi-disciplinary professional consulting and design firm, proud of its long history of client service and consistent ability to meet tough architectural, engineering and environmental challenges head-on.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rich Humann
President/CEO
Joseph Mottola
Chief Operating Officer
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