Regional Water/Wastewater Director - Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #61 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Summary

JMT is seeking a highly motivated individual, in the Baltimore-metro region, who has the desire to lead a mature water and wastewater section in a collaborative and progressive workplace. This position has excellent potential for career advancement including developing and leading the water/wastewater engineering practice in the region and supporting national growth into other regions. This candidate will be responsible for overseeing project delivery, staff development and growth, quality control processes, and business development planning and execution. The candidate will be expected to coordinate with clients, contractors, outside consultants, government agencies and internal staff.

In addition to the technical and project management skills, the successful candidate will have experience with and the desire to fully understand the business side of the practice including business development, client management, financial performance, staff development, and overseeing the quality of our products and services.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Coordinate strategic growth of the section with office manager and other section heads
• Establish and grow market presence in area through marketing and business development
• Manage financial budget for department and allocate resources accordingly
• Lead and contribute to the production of proposals and client interviews
• Provide leadership to the section and mentor staff
• Establish resources 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

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Proficient in Microsoft Office

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an accredited program
• Professional Engineer License (Maryland or ability to obtain through reciprocity)
• 20+ years’ experience in specialized discipline
• Project management and business development experience

Qualifications Preferred

• Experience working with local Baltimore-area clients at the county and municipal level
• Supervisory experience of a consulting business or unit
• Demonstrated industry involvement and participation in a significant manner

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.

JMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce. 

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