Colliers Engineering & Design
Multi‑discipline engineering, architecture, design & consulting for public and private sector projects.
Department Manager - Water Resources
Lead water resources team, manage projects, ensure quality and profitability.
Job Highlights
About the Role
In this role, the manager will lead the water resources department by establishing strategic goals, overseeing the quality of technical products, and driving business development while maintaining project profitability and staff performance. • Review and manage department operations to ensure technical product quality. • Set long‑range objectives, goals, and plans for the water resources team. • Provide technical and managerial leadership. • Develop marketing programs aligned with discipline goals. • Advise and assist professionals in other disciplines as needed. • Ensure profitability on all water resources projects. • Monitor monthly productivity and labor utilization and adjust as needed. • Assign projects and schedule work for staff. • Evaluate employee performance per company policy.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸quality assurance
- ▸strategic planning
- ▸team leadership
- ▸business development
- ▸profitability
- ▸productivity monitoring
What You Bring
Applicants need a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, at least 12 years of progressive water resources engineering experience, and a PE license (or reciprocal). Strong leadership, strategic thinking, business development, and excellent English communication skills are essential. • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering required. • Minimum 12 years progressive water resources engineering experience. • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or reciprocal license required. • Demonstrated leadership, delegation, and strategic thinking skills. • Proven experience in business development and project delivery. • Strong written and verbal English communication abilities.
Requirements
- ▸civil engineering
- ▸water resources
- ▸pe license
- ▸leadership
- ▸business development
- ▸communication
Benefits
Colliers offers a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401(k)/Roth matching, generous paid time off, parental and military leave, and bonuses for referrals and professional licenses. The company also invests in employee growth through education reimbursement, free in‑house courses, mentorship, wellness programs, a Women’s Organization, and philanthropic opportunities, encouraging both personal and professional development. • Company‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance. • Paid pregnancy disability leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, and life insurance. • 401(k)/Roth match and generous paid time off including parental and military leave. • Employee referral and professional license bonuses. • Compensation for billable hours exceeding 40 per week. • Education reimbursement and free in‑house courses. • Mentorship, wellness program, Women’s Organization, and philanthropic opportunities.
Work Environment
Hybrid