What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Regional Manager position at Tetra Tech Careers?
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is seeking a Water Regional Manager to lead our Water practice in the North Texas region, based in Plano or Dallas, TX. This role is designed for a technical expert in water treatment (or related water/wastewater specialties) who is also ready to drive business development, mentor staff, and expand our presence in the region. You will combine your technical depth with leadership and client engagement to help shape the future of our Water team.
Why Tetra Tech:
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact:
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Your Role:
Provide leadership for Tetra Tech’s North Texas Water practice while also serving as a technical subject matter expert in water treatment (or other water/wastewater infrastructure).
Manage, mentor, and develop project managers and technical staff, building a collaborative, high-performing team.
Lead the delivery of strategic and technically challenging projects, ensuring quality, compliance, and innovative solutions.
Maintain and grow client relationships across municipalities, utilities, and regional partners, while identifying and securing new opportunities.
Partner with operations leadership on planning, contract negotiations, and financial performance.
Contribute technical expertise to proposals, client presentations, and industry conferences, strengthening Tetra Tech’s visibility and reputation.
Recruit, develop, and retain top talent to support regional growth.
Oversee project performance across the portfolio, balancing client satisfaction, technical excellence, and profitability.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or a related Engineering field.
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Texas, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
15 years of progressive experience in water/wastewater engineering, with a strong technical background in water treatment (membranes, PFAS, desalination, advanced treatment) or related water infrastructure.
Proven success in managing large, complex projects as a technical leader and project manager.
Demonstrated experience mentoring staff and leading multidisciplinary project teams.
Strong track record in client development and proposal leadership, with experience securing and executing profitable projects.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver technical and business presentations.
Ability to balance technical contributions with regional leadership and business development responsibilities.
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
· Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
· Merit-based financial rewards.
· Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
· Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
· Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
