Southern California Water/Wastewater Market Director

AtkinsRéalis•San Diego, CA

7d•$160,000 - $260,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Southern California Water/Wastewater Market Director to join our team in Los Angeles, San Diego, or Costa Mesa, CA. The selected candidate will be a member of the US water leadership team with overall responsibility for the implementation of the strategic plan to achieve growth objectives for the Southern California region. This is anticipated to include identification of key clients, development and management of strategic relationships, development, and management of the regional project pipeline, represent the firm in the various professional organizations, provide strategic leadership and management for key projects, and identify and recruit staff critical to the growth and success of the firm. This individual must have a background in the planning, design, and/or construction of water/wastewater/stormwater infrastructure, including but not limited to, treatment plants, distribution/collection system pipelines, green infrastructure, water supply systems, and related infrastructure. The selected candidate will have demonstrated success in managing the technical and financial aspects of large projects and have strong leadership and people/client skills. Candidate will be expected to focus on Project Management and delivery of existing water/wastewater projects and serve as a positive representative of AtkinsRéalis in the community.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in field of practice.
Ten to fifteen years of experience since B.S. or nine to fourteen years since M.S. showing progressive project management responsibilities.
Excellent technical and interpersonal skills, public speaking and persuasive ability; very strong financial management, team management, and leadership skills; ability to manage and coordinate efforts of various activities to achieve business unit and corporate objectives.
Possesses specific expertise, experience, and relationships to the extent that the individual is regarded as one of the market leaders in the United States.
California PE required.
Background in the planning, design, and/or construction of water/wastewater/stormwater infrastructure, including but not limited to, treatment plants, distribution/collection system pipelines, green infrastructure, water supply systems, and related infrastructure.
Demonstrated success in managing the technical and financial aspects of large projects.
Strong leadership and people/client skills.
Must go through a drug screen test and background check upon acceptance of an offer.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the following laws if applicable, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree preferred.
Management coursework and/or MBA a plus.
Professional registration in field of practice preferred, if available, e.g., P.E.
Certification as a "Project Management Professional" (PMP) or "Certified Construction Manager" (CCM).

Responsibilities

Identifies and nurtures potential future leaders within existing staff to promote expansion of services.
Helps staff identify and pursue technical and professional development activities consistent with their career development goals and project objectives/needs.
Conducts semi-annual performance reviews and annual career planning sessions with staff and provides staff with ongoing performance feedback and counsel to promote improved performance and career development.
Lead project staff and be capable to develop work plans, specifications and calculations; review and approve schedules, budgets, project milestone dates, and work products.
Manage all aspects of the project design including client facing and signing and sealing project deliverables.
Works closely with the AtkinsRéalis Technical Professional Organization (TPO) to staff projects based on client/project needs.
Oversees financial performance of projects; assists project staff in identifying potential problems to ensure remedial actions are promptly taken to avoid financial losses and client dissatisfaction.
Responsible for ensuring quality assurance activities are being performed throughout the project.
Reviews QC plans and periodic QA compliance audits.
Responsible for maintaining positive client relations with existing clients and building new relationships with others.
Actively pursues, investigates, and evaluates new or expanded opportunities for associated projects and services within the firm by maintaining contacts with current and prospective client decision makers; identifies and works toward the resolution of client relations problems.
Maintains visibility and professional courtesy by actively participating in civic and professional organizations and encourages project staff to do the same.
Maintains regional/national prominence and recognition through published technical work and/or presentation of papers at national or regional technical conferences.
Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.