Water Program Director (TX)

Woolpert•Houston, TX

19d•$165,000 - $247,000

About The Position

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking. Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work ® , Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth. Position Overview Woolpert is hiring a Program Director to join our dynamic Water Group in Texas. This position reports to the Director of National Sales and is responsible for leading and growing our water business in Texas and support growth nationally. Qualified candidates will have extensive experience in leading regional business development for a water practice. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located. What You Will Do: Ignite Growth: Build and expand Woolpert’s water resources, stormwater, and coastal engineering services while driving business opportunities in groundwater, water supply, and water master planning. Inspire Teams: Lead and mentor passionate professionals, cultivating a high-performing team ready to tackle complex challenges. Innovate Boldly: Leverage cutting-edge technologies to deliver real-time flood predictions, adaptive wet weather controls, harmful algal bloom forecasting, and more. Drive Results: Lead business development efforts with Federal, state, and local agencies in the across Texas and the surrounding region. Elevate Impact: Represent Woolpert as a thought leader at industry events, conferences, and client-centric engagements, while developing visionary solutions tailored to client needs.

Requirements

A BA/BS in Civil, Biosystems, or Environmental Engineering/Science (MA/MS preferred) and 10–12+ years of related experience.
Proven success in business development and client relationship management, particularly with Texas local and state agencies.
A PE license (preferred), advanced technical expertise, and a proactive approach to leveraging new technologies.
Experience building and leading high-performing teams and driving consensus across stakeholders.
Strong problem-solving skills, negotiation expertise, and the ability to drive projects to exceed client expectations.
Must be able to travel (25-50%) as required to meet the needs and demands of the Market.

Nice To Haves

A PE license (preferred)
MA/MS preferred

Responsibilities

Build and expand Woolpert’s water resources, stormwater, and coastal engineering services while driving business opportunities in groundwater, water supply, and water master planning.
Lead and mentor passionate professionals, cultivating a high-performing team ready to tackle complex challenges.
Leverage cutting-edge technologies to deliver real-time flood predictions, adaptive wet weather controls, harmful algal bloom forecasting, and more.
Lead business development efforts with Federal, state, and local agencies in the across Texas and the surrounding region.
Represent Woolpert as a thought leader at industry events, conferences, and client-centric engagements, while developing visionary solutions tailored to client needs.

Benefits

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world.
With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world.
Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

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