Lochmueller Group
Water Resources Department Manager
Lochmueller Group, Louisville, Kentucky, us, 40201
We are looking for an experienced Water Resources Engineer to help build and lead our team in Louisville, KY. This position could be based out of our Louisville, KY office or our Jeffersonville, IN office.
The ideal candidate will be a Professional Engineer with substantial experience managing wastewater, drinking water and/or storm way projects. In this pivotal role, you will lead the charge in not only managing water resource design projects but also driving efforts to grow our team and expand our presence in the regional market. This position offers a unique opportunity for a forward-thinking professional to make a significant impact on our organization's growth trajectory while perpetuating our core values and driving innovation and excellence in water resources engineering.
Lochmueller Group is a regional engineering consulting firm with an emphasis on infrastructure. We provide multi-disciplined services for a variety of public agencies and private entities, including transportation design; water resources design; environmental analysis & permitting; construction engineering & inspection; traffic engineering & transportation planning; surveying; and land acquisition & appraisal. Our transportation design team offers a variety of services, but most of our work involves roadway and bridge design for various local public agencies and state DOT's.
Key Responsibilities:Department Leadership:
Leads, grows, 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.Mandatory Qualifications:
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 LicensePreferred Qualifications:
Demonstrates comfort and confidence in identifying new business opportunities, engaging clients, and driving growth within the civil engineering sector.Exceptional organizational skills.Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including: Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.Strong written and verbal communication skills.15 years of experience in water resources engineering.Note:
While the position typically requires 15 years of experience in water resources engineering, we are open to considering candidates with fewer years of experience if they possess the right skills and relevant working experience. We value practical expertise and are willing to assess qualifications on a case-by-case basis.What we offer:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - Become an employee-owner!Availability of flexible work hours and part-time telecommutingRich coverage for major medical insurance401(k) plan with company matchBasic life insurance (with option for additional voluntary life insurance)Short-Term and Long-Term disability insuranceGenerous vacation and sick leaveStudent loan repayment benefit
For over 40 years, Lochmueller Group has helped communities reinvent their future through thoughtful, actionable planning and design. Our dedication to building a team that demonstrates our corporate values (CARDIA) is what sets us apart:
CARDIA:
Means "from the heart" -
C reativity;
A ccountability;
R espect;
D edication;
I ntegrity;
A chievement - that's what sets us apart!
Lochmueller Group provides an excellent workplace culture established by our people who share these values. We are a 100% employee-owned company, and our people are vested in the success and continued development of each other and the firm. This is a great place to build a career and grow with a company that is dedicated to quality and service.
Lochmueller Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Lochgroup fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws.
The ideal candidate will be a Professional Engineer with substantial experience managing wastewater, drinking water and/or storm way projects. In this pivotal role, you will lead the charge in not only managing water resource design projects but also driving efforts to grow our team and expand our presence in the regional market. This position offers a unique opportunity for a forward-thinking professional to make a significant impact on our organization's growth trajectory while perpetuating our core values and driving innovation and excellence in water resources engineering.
Lochmueller Group is a regional engineering consulting firm with an emphasis on infrastructure. We provide multi-disciplined services for a variety of public agencies and private entities, including transportation design; water resources design; environmental analysis & permitting; construction engineering & inspection; traffic engineering & transportation planning; surveying; and land acquisition & appraisal. Our transportation design team offers a variety of services, but most of our work involves roadway and bridge design for various local public agencies and state DOT's.
Key Responsibilities:Department Leadership:
Leads, grows, 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.Mandatory Qualifications:
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 LicensePreferred Qualifications:
Demonstrates comfort and confidence in identifying new business opportunities, engaging clients, and driving growth within the civil engineering sector.Exceptional organizational skills.Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including: Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.Strong written and verbal communication skills.15 years of experience in water resources engineering.Note:
While the position typically requires 15 years of experience in water resources engineering, we are open to considering candidates with fewer years of experience if they possess the right skills and relevant working experience. We value practical expertise and are willing to assess qualifications on a case-by-case basis.What we offer:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - Become an employee-owner!Availability of flexible work hours and part-time telecommutingRich coverage for major medical insurance401(k) plan with company matchBasic life insurance (with option for additional voluntary life insurance)Short-Term and Long-Term disability insuranceGenerous vacation and sick leaveStudent loan repayment benefit
For over 40 years, Lochmueller Group has helped communities reinvent their future through thoughtful, actionable planning and design. Our dedication to building a team that demonstrates our corporate values (CARDIA) is what sets us apart:
CARDIA:
Means "from the heart" -
C reativity;
A ccountability;
R espect;
D edication;
I ntegrity;
A chievement - that's what sets us apart!
Lochmueller Group provides an excellent workplace culture established by our people who share these values. We are a 100% employee-owned company, and our people are vested in the success and continued development of each other and the firm. This is a great place to build a career and grow with a company that is dedicated to quality and service.
Lochmueller Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Lochgroup fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws.