Regional Division Manager - Water/Wastewater

Parametrix • Puyallup, WA

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Parametrix is seeking a Regional Division Manager to lead and grow a multidisciplinary water/wastewater team across Washington, Oregon, and Northern Idaho. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for guiding a team of over 75 established professionals who deliver conveyance, treatment, electrical, and pump station projects for public and private-sector clients. The role combines people leadership, client engagement, business development, and hands-on project delivery. The successful candidate will steward the team's vision, build strong internal alignment, and deepen trusted client relationships while contributing directly to project success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field required.
• 15+ years of experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required (Washington and/or Oregon preferred, or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe).
• Proven leadership experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong background in water/wastewater infrastructure (treatment, conveyance, pump stations).
• Track record of successful client engagement and business development.
• Experience leading projects and teams in a consulting environment.
• High emotional intelligence and the ability to build trust quickly.
• Excellent communication skills and a leadership style grounded in transparency and accountability.
• Ability to delegate effectively while staying connected to team and project outcomes.
• Passion for collaboration, integrity, and delivering exceptional client service.

Nice To Haves

• Established client network within the Pacific Northwest water/wastewater market strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a distributed regional team (Puyallup, Seattle, Spokane, Portland), aligning efforts to meet performance goals and strategic priorities.
• Lead a high-performing team by setting expectations, tracking key metrics, and driving accountability for results.
• Foster an environment where people feel supported, included, engaged, and motivated to do their best work.
• Build trust and credibility through consistent communication, sound decision-making, and visible leadership.
• Empower team members through thoughtful delegation, ownership, and recognition.
• Foster the development of emerging leaders and project managers, strengthening the team’s long-term capability.
• Champion a people and client-first mindset supporting strong relationships with existing clients while positioning the team to grow and win new work.
• Strengthen and expand client relationships across municipal water/wastewater agencies.
• Partner with business development teams to identify and pursue new opportunities.
• Position the team for strategic growth in treatment, conveyance, and pump station programs.
• Oversee project performance, ensuring quality, schedule, and financial success.
• Act as a senior project manager or principal on key projects.
• Support teams in navigating complex technical and client challenges.
• Develop and execute regional strategies aligned with broader organizational goals.
• Identify opportunities to build programs and expand service offerings.
• Collaborate with the Greater Washington Leadership Team on market and operational priorities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (financial profit sharing)
• Performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off (both vacation & sick/wellness time accruals)
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Bonding Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager