Area Manager, Water & Environmental Practice Lead - Gannett Fleming, Inc.

With decades of experience solving complex water and environmental challenges Gannett Fleming has delivered award winning work for public and private clients across North America. We are looking for an inspiring leader experienced in client engagement, project/program management and operational experience in the Texas area to take on the challenge of Area Leader, Water Business Line. We have seven (7) locations in Texas to include Houston, Dallas, Ft Worth, El Paso, McAllen, Austin, and San Antonio. 

In this capacity, you will work closely with operational and practice leadership to ensure alignment to support growth strategy of the practice both regionally and nationally. At the same time, you will focus on developing and strengthening business relationships and long-term marketing strategies targeting the water sector inclusive of water resources, water/wastewater, geotechnical, dams & hydraulics structures and environmental. As Area Leader, you will leverage your technical and market expertise to provide oversight on medium and large projects/programs at various stages, from conception through construction. Other responsibilities will include:

• Grow the business across strategic markets, focusing on our competencies, promoting services and expertise in the Gannett Fleming portfolio.
• Support strategic planning and annual business planning process.
• Identify potential clients and lead initiatives for enhanced business development performance and efficiencies for continued growth.
• Perform on-going market research and analysis to access potential client needs and objectives.
• Lead the identification and pursuit of new business opportunities that would benefit from the full spectrum of Gannett Fleming’s architecture and engineering consulting solutions
• Develop a deep understanding of the client requirements in order to create customer-specific capture strategies, structure and build pursuit teams; and oversight of proposal development process.
• Function as a Client Manager by taking responsibility for client service and project delivery in addition to management responsibilities.
• Coordinate the alignment of internal resources to the needs of our clients and the achievement of goals
• Manage and develop multidiscipline teams.
• Assist in development of annual strategic planning effort
• Work closely with client development leadership to observe trends, adjust projections and make required alterations to plan in an effort to achieve year over year goals and cost management targets.
• Support the tactical implementation of the Strategic Plan by advancing our top line pursuits in close partnership with regional, market sector, alternative delivery, and professional services leadership
• Attend industry conferences to develop and nurture client and strategic partner relationships

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or closely related field
• A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in the AEC industry specifically focused on water resources, water/wastewater, geotechnical, environmental planning/management, dams and hydraulic structures.
• Must have proven marketing and business development skills in addition to contacts/relationships with municipal, regional and federal clients.
• Registered Professional Engineer in Texas is REQUIRED
• Effective communicator, skilled at building consensus and creating a collaborative employee and client centric focus in day to day operations.
• Demonstrated team building capabilities and experience with leading diverse teams.
• Previous experience managing staff, clients, contracts and hiring staff for an engineering consulting firm.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with the ability to continue to grow the area’s water business team.

At Gannett Fleming, we believe in improving the lives of the people we serve. We believe in innovation and social responsibility. We believe in the diversity of our team and the creative solutions they provide. We believe in embracing change and emerging technologies while maintaining an unmatched standard of quality. We believe in creating an environment where employees can thrive at home and at work. We believe in engaging our employees, building lasting relationships with our clients, and, in turn, making a difference in the world.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, our tax-deferred 401 (K) savings plan, and the opportunity to incentive compensation for eligible positions. We are committed to your personal growth and professional development, so we offer tuition reimbursement, access to internal and external training programs and support active participation in professional organizations.

Gannett Fleming is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. 

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of Gannett Fleming

Location: Houston, Dallas, Ft Worth, El Paso, McAllen, Austin, and San Antonio

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time 

Internal Requisition ID: 2024- 10932

Salary Range: $180,000 - $270,000

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

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