Regional Water Resources Leader

Parkhill • Frisco, TX

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About The Position

The Regional Water Resources Leader is a senior-level role responsible for developing, growing, and leading Parkhill’s DFW Texas Water Resources practice. The position combines technical expertise in water resources engineering with practice-building, team leadership, and client development. The leader represents the firm to clients, partners, and industry organizations while ensuring excellence in project delivery and strategic growth. The role is full-time and paid on a salary basis.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited university.
• Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE) in Texas.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in water resources and/or water/wastewater treatment.
• Detailed understanding of engineering project management methods, with the ability to plan projects from start to finish while considering time, cost, and resources.
• Experience working with state, regional, and/or public agencies, such as municipalities, water districts, river authorities, counties, and state agencies.
• Expert-level knowledge of environmental regulations and workplace safety regulations.
• Proven success in practice growth, client development, and business acquisition.
• Strong technical expertise in hydrology, hydraulics, drainage, water/wastewater, and related civil engineering solutions.
• Excellent analytical skills to evaluate observations and design systems capable of withstanding conditions at installation sites.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, grow, and lead the Dallas-Fort Worth Water Resources practice, building expertise in conveyance, storage, groundwater, water/wastewater treatment, and general hydraulics best practices.
• Partner with Marketing and Business Development teams to create and execute a regional business development plan aligned with the Civil Engineering Division strategy.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients, partners, and industry leaders.
• Represent the firm as a technical expert in client meetings, interviews, and industry forums.
• Collaborate across office locations to leverage Parkhill’s collective water resources expertise.
• Mentor staff, ensuring consistent application of Parkhill’s keystone habits and technical excellence.
• Serve as Senior Project Manager or Project Principal on major water resources projects, providing technical oversight.

Benefits

• Hybrid/flexible work schedules and a flexible work environment.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Specialized training and continuing education.
• Professional licensing support.
• Intern development programs and University of Parkhill.
• Multiple health plan options.
• Flexible spending account for dependent care.
• Health savings account contributions.
• Employer 401(k) contribution.
• Employer-paid basic life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Performance bonuses.
• Mental health care.
• Culture committees.
• Wellness program.
• Charitable giving match.

What This Job Offers

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