The Director of Utilities has the primary responsibility for providing inspired technical and managerial leadership and expertise to both internal teams and clients which includes initiating and implementing operational policies and procedures, developing innovative technical and production practices, personnel and budget management, collaboration with other Directors, and overall performance and growth of the Practice Area. Promoting, implementing, and executing business/client development processes is required. Responsibilities include coordination, communication, and enforcement of Company and Practice Area processes, procedures, and standards and the promotion of Company culture and core values. 

Duties and responsibilities

Company and Practice Area Leadership

• Assist with creation and execution of Strategic and Business Plans in conjunction with our overall Practice Area and Company Plans with collaboration with Practice Area Lead, Chief Growth Officer, and other Directors as needed.
• Responsible and accountable for creation, coordination, consistency, and enforcement of all technical aspects and policies of the Practice Area and Company in partnership with the Practice Area Lead
• Collaborate, identify, create, and implement improved techniques, approaches, and alternative solutions for design, construction, deliverables, and processes
• Assist with quality control/quality assurance development and implementation consistent with Company and Practice Area standards and the requirements of our clients and regulatory agencies
• Lead, advocate, and implement current and innovative industry technologies and philosophies

Project, Client, and Team Management

• Serve as a leader for communication, collaboration, and team building within the Practice Area
• Collaborate with Practice Area Lead, Chief Growth Officer, and Client Success Managers to ensure project success and promote pursuits.
• Responsible for quality management procedures for designs, construction plans, bid documents, technical specifications, construction cost estimates, and other deliverables
• Provide direction to and mentorship for managers to resolve scope, design, and other challenges ensuring adherence to standards, QA/QC processes, and other policies related to project execution and management 
• Monitor and report the financial performance of critical projects and proactively work with managers to address project issues, create solutions, and assist any settlements with Practice Area Lead
• Implement and monitor Project Management procedures including invoicing and collections for Team and lead procedure initiatives

Personnel and Team Leadership

• Lead, supervise, and mentor managers to achieve the goals and strategies for the Practice Area 
• Provide leadership and opportunities in the development and growth of staff with a focus on strength-based management 
• Focus on right people in the right seats and collaborate on thoughtful guidance of personnel
• Lead, develop, and participate in Practice Area and Company recruitment efforts

Client and Business Development

• Support Practice Area Lead to develop, implement, and monitor Business Development Plan with CGO, and Business Development Lead
• Understand, monitor, and engage in industry and professional organizations and funding mechanisms that affect the practice, promoting participation within the Sector
• Participate and promote existing strategic client development and associated relationship processes (e.g. CRM) for the Sector, Practice Area and Company including client feedback
• Lead the development of marketing collateral for the Practice Area
• Assist in strategic pursuit of potential clients per Practice Area including assisting in organizing and participation in conferences/networking events

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent degree and/or experience
• 12 years of engineering or related experience; 7 years of project management; 3 years of managing teams within the Water/Wastewater field.
• Self-motivated, engaged, team-oriented, communicative, and strategic thinker with strong leadership and management skills
• People skills, leadership, mentorship, soft skills, multi-tasking, financial acumen are all very important to this position 
• Energetic, flexible, confident, and forward thinking
• Proven track record of developing existing and new client relationships
• Licensed Professional Engineer

Working Conditions

We promote work-life harmony with flexibility and associated accountability through performance. The position will require an appropriate level of effort to engage in the above qualifications with occasional evening and weekend work, occasional job site visits outdoors, and working in collaborative, fast-paced, and client-driven environment.