Director of Project Development (Waterworks)

OTJ Engineering Ltd; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 160,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Full benefits package

Relocation assistance

Professional growth opportunity

Job summary

A national engineering firm is seeking an experienced Director of Project Development to lead major water and wastewater infrastructure programs. The role involves managing project strategy, client growth, and ensuring successful project delivery. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, 15+ years of experience in municipal engineering, and a PE license. The position offers a competitive salary of $160,000 – $225,000 USD, along with full benefits and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in municipal water/wastewater engineering and consulting.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required or ability to obtain.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead proposal strategy, RFQ/RFP responses, and pricing.
• Manage proposal teams and contract negotiations.
• Direct multidisciplinary project execution.
• Conduct site visits and maintain client communication.

Skills

Leadership in project management

Proposal development

Client communication

Contract negotiation

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Director of Project Development (Waterworks)

A national engineering, planning, and design firm is seeking an experienced Director of Project Development to lead major water and wastewater infrastructure programs. This senior role drives project strategy, client development, and technical delivery for complex municipal and industrial projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead proposal strategy, RFQ/RFP responses, and pricing
• Manage proposal teams and contract negotiations
• Support client growth and market expansion initiatives
• Direct multidisciplinary project execution
• Oversee schedules, conceptual and detailed cost estimates, and risk management
• Lead design kickoff and client review meetings
• Collaborate with construction teams and monitor project performance
• Conduct site visits and maintain client communication
• Lead project closeout reviews and lessons learned sessions
• Foster long-term client relationships and repeat business

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 15 years of experience in municipal water/wastewater engineering and consulting
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required or ability to obtain
• Proven leadership in project management and delivery
• Experience developing proposals and negotiating contracts
• Strong communication and presentation skills

Benefits

• Competitive base salary ($160,000 – $225,000 USD)
• Annual performance bonus
• Full benefits package
• Relocation assistance (if required)
• Professional growth and leadership opportunity within a national firm

Our client is shortlisting and interviewing in the coming week or two so please drop a CV as soon as possible.

OTJ Engineering Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. OTJ encourages equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, disability, beliefs, sexual orientation, or age.