Water Resources Section Head

Position Summary

JMT is seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to help shape the future of Water Resources in our Virginia Beach office. This is a unique opportunity to drive growth, build a high-performing team, and expand our presence across the Hampton Roads region while delivering impactful, resilient solutions for our clients.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Lead Growth & Client Engagement

• Drive the expansion of JMT's water resources practice in the Hampton Roads area through strategic business development and client relationship building

• Serve as a visible leader in the industry by attending and participating in local conferences, client meetings, and professional organizations

• Identify, pursue, and lead new opportunities, proposals, and interviews, positioning JMT for continued success

• Build & Lead a High-Performing Team

• Recruit, mentor, and develop a strong, collaborative team of water resources professionals

• Provide coaching, career development, and performance feedback to support growth and succession planning

• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement

• Deliver Technical Excellence

• Oversee and contribute to the design of stormwater management, drainage, and erosion & sediment control systems

• Ensure adherence to JMT's quality management processes and deliver high-quality engineering solutions

• Lead and oversee water resources analysis, design, and modeling efforts for projects, including: transportation initiatives, specialized water resources assignments, and work performed under other office-wide on-call contracts

• Guide teams through complex regulatory environments, including: Virginia stormwater requirements, MS4 compliance, and TMDL implementation

• Drive Operational & Financial Performance

• Manage the financial performance of the water resources group, including: budgeting, staffing, and profitability

• Align resources with workload demands to maximize efficiency and project delivery

• Contribute to the overall success of the office through strategic decision-making and performance management

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an ABET accredited program
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in water resources engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Proven experience in project management, team leadership, and business development
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Qualifications Preferred

• Expertise in Virginia stormwater regulations, MS4 programs, TMDL implementation, drainage design, stormwater management, and erosion & sediment control
• Experience in transportation-related water resources design and evaluation
• Proficiency with industry tools such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, ORD, HEC-RAS, SWMM, or similar
• Demonstrated success leading teams and managing staff performance
• Experience working with Virginia-based clients and agencies at the county and state level
• Experience working with the City of Virginia Beach and other Hampton Roads municipalities and counties
• Experience working with Virginia agencies, including: VDEQ, VDCR, and VDOT

Benefits

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career Development Programs
• And more...

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Why This Role Is Exciting

• Shape the future of JMT’s Water Resources practice in a high-growth area
• Lead impactful projects that improve resilience, infrastructure, and communities
• Build and mentor a team, leaving a lasting legacy in the profession
• Engage with industry leaders and expand your professional network
• Drive innovation and growth within a nationally recognized firm

Benefits

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career Development Programs
• And more...

Qualifications

• Preferred qualifications include expertise in Virginia stormwater regulations, MS4 programs, TMDL implementation, drainage design, stormwater management, and erosion & sediment control
• Preferred qualifications include experience in transportation-related water resources design and evaluation
• Preferred qualifications include proficiency with industry tools such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, ORD, HEC-RAS, SWMM, or similar
• Preferred qualifications include demonstrated success leading teams and managing staff performance
• Preferred qualifications include experience working with Virginia-based clients and agencies at the county and state level
• Preferred qualifications include experience working with the City of Virginia Beach and other Hampton Roads municipalities and counties
• Preferred qualifications include experience working with Virginia agencies, including: VDEQ, VDCR, and VDOT

Application Instructions

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.