VP of Engineering

About the opportunity SWCA leads the way in sustainability and ecological restoration, employing sound science and innovative solutions to confront global environmental challenges. Our dedication to integrity, innovation, and excellence motivates us to create a lasting positive impact on our planet. We seek a Vice President of Engineering who is enthusiastic about environmental stewardship and prepared to steer our engineering practice team towards groundbreaking achievements. This is a full-time, regular (with benefits), salaried position. The position can be based near any SWCA office in the United States and highly qualified, remote employees will be seriously considered. The Vice President of Engineering will champion our civil and ecological engineering initiatives, exhibiting a strategic vision that promotes project excellence, innovation, and the integration of our distributed teams into a cohesive, effective unit. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive background in civil or environmental engineering, a profound understanding of ecological restoration design and implementation, and a proven track record in developing and executing extensive business and growth strategies. This role is pivotal in acting as the key communication link between our Executive and Senior Leadership teams and the engineering practice team. This role will connect the engineering practice team with market opportunities, ensuring strategic coherence and fostering a culture of transparency and collaboration. Additionally, the Vice President of Engineering will serve as the key subject matter expert on civil and environmental engineering practice, certifications, and licensing across the USA and within individual states, guiding our practices to maintain the highest standards of professional excellence. Application deadline: Our team will begin reviewing applications immediately, and interviews will be scheduled with qualified candidates on a rolling basis. The application process will remain open until we have received a robust pool of qualified candidates. Once we have identified suitable individuals, we may close the application process without prior notice. We appreciate the time and effort invested by all applicants and will carefully consider each submission. What you will accomplish Strategic Leadership & Team Integration: Develop and implement strategic plans that align with our mission, emphasizing the unity of distributed engineering teams across the company. Partnering with peer leaders in other areas of SWCA's business will be necessary and result in successful outcomes. Annual Business Planning & 5-Year Growth Strategy: Lead the annual business planning process and formulate a strategic 5-year growth plan for the engineering practice team that aligns with SWCA's broader environmental services strategy and risk profile. Career Development Pathways: Advocate for the professional growth of our engineering staff by enhancing career development pathways and opportunities, including mentorship programs, continuing education, and clear progression tracks. Lead the engineering team through clients and project work. Project Excellence: Ensure all engineering projects and tasks surpass our quality standards, budget, and timeline expectations. Oversee the assessment and management of risk exposure in engineering practices. Key Communication Link: Serve as the principal communicator between the engineering practice and the Executive and Senior Leadership teams, conveying engineering achievements, challenges, and market opportunities to ensure strategic alignment and informed decision-making. Subject Matter Expertise: Act as the key subject matter expert on civil and environmental engineering practices, certifications, and licensing, staying abreast of USA-wide and state-specific requirements to ensure our team adheres to the highest stand