Regional Division Manager - Water/Wastewater
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 leadership role involves guiding a team of over 75 professionals who deliver conveyance, treatment, electrical, and pump station projects for public and private clients. The position combines people leadership, client engagement, business development, and hands-on project delivery. The manager will set the team's vision, build internal alignment, deepen client relationships, and contribute to project success. This is a high-impact leadership role in a well-established regional team, offering the chance to shape its future, strengthen team culture, drive growth, and deliver significant infrastructure projects.
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
- Provide clear direction and vision for a distributed regional team, 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.
- 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.
- 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 (ESOP)
- Performance-based bonuses
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid Time Off (both vacation & sick/wellness time accruals)
- Paid Holidays
- Parental Bonding Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
