Water/Wastewater Section Head
Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.
About the role
JMT is seeking a highly motivated individual in Tampa, FL, to develop the water/wastewater section in a collaborative and progressive workplace. This position offers excellent potential for career advancement, including the opportunity to develop and lead the water/wastewater engineering practice in the region.
The candidate will oversee project delivery, staff development and growth, quality control processes, and business development planning and execution. Responsibilities include coordinating with clients, contractors, outside consultants, government agencies, and internal staff. The role also involves understanding the business side of the practice, including business development, client management, financial performance, staff development, and overseeing the quality of products and services.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate strategic growth plan with office managers and practice leaders
- Establish and grow market presence in the area through marketing and business development
- Manage financial budget for the department and allocate resources accordingly
- Lead and contribute to the production of proposals
- Serve as a technical expertise resource to project managers and technical staff
- Establish resource staffing needs for the section
- Interview and hire staff for the section
- Perform performance reviews for staff based on input from project managers on assigned teams
- Lead and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meetings, coaching) to support growth and development
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an accredited program
- Professional Engineer License in Florida
- 15+ years’ experience in a specialized discipline
- Project management and business development experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with local clients at the county and state level
- Involvement in local professional industry associations
- Supervisory experience
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.