Hybrid Water Resources Department Manager

at Lochmueller Group

• Job title: Water Resources Department Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior, Lead
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, South Bend, United States

About the role

• Lead Water Resources Engineer for Lochmueller Group overseeing water resource projects in Northern Indiana. Advance into management while guiding a talented engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Department Leadership: Leads and manages a team or teams, including engineers and technicians. Provides technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members. Fosters a positive workplace culture and ensure professional growth and development of department team members. Guides the team to deliver high-quality results. Conducts performance appraisals. Identifies staffing needs and actively participate in recruiting and hiring. Ensures effective resource allocation.
• Project Management: Ensures the department’s project deliverables are completed on time and within budget. Plasn, organizes, and directs department activities, including project management, design, and construction oversight. Provides leadership in the planning, design, and execution of major projects. Serves as a project manager on various projects. Perform QC/QA as needed.
• Client and Stakeholder Relations: Develops new client relationships and seeks out opportunities for new business. Maintains strong relationships with existing clients. Coordinates with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with regulations and specifications.
• Fiscal/Budgetary Performance: Actively works to improve productivity and efficiency, and addresses negative project variances. Collaborates on budget development, implement cost control measures, and ensure accurate financial reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE).
• Demonstrated success in managing large and/or complex Water Resources engineering projects.
• Proficiency with relevant engineering software and tools for design and analysis.
• Demonstrated expertise in personnel management and leadership with a strong track record of guiding teams to deliver high-quality results.
• Strong client management capabilities with proven ability to develop and maintain new client relationships.
• Valid Driver's License

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Become an employee-owner!
• Availability of flexible work hours and part-time telecommuting
• Rich coverage for major medical insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Basic life insurance (with option for additional voluntary life insurance)
• Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Student loan repayment benefit