Director of Water & Wastewater Engineering & Construction

Inkinen Executive Search; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP retirement program

Bonus potential

Job summary

Aqua Engineers, a Hawaii-based engineering, construction, and utility services company, seeks a senior Director of Engineering & Construction Services to lead multidisciplinary teams responsible for planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of critical water and wastewater infrastructure across Hawaii.

Reporting to the CEO, this executive will shape strategic direction, drive operational excellence, and mentor future leaders while partnering with business development to position

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field.
• Hawaii PE license required.
• Significant experience in engineering, utility, infrastructure, water, wastewater, or related industries.
• Progressive leadership experience managing engineering teams, projects, budgets, and operations.
• Strong understanding of water and wastewater treatment systems and utility infrastructure.
• Experience overseeing complex capital projects from planning through construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the engineering and construction services divisions, including managers, engineers, project managers, and staff.
• Provide strategic direction for engineering, construction management, and infrastructure improvement projects.
• Oversee project delivery, QA, budgeting, scheduling, and resource management.
• Support business development activities, client relationships, proposals, and contract pursuits.
• Develop and implement departmental goals, operating plans, and performance objectives.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, environmental, safety, and engineering standards.
• Collaborate with executive leadership on strategy, planning, and growth initiatives.
• Mentor and develop technical and leadership talent within the organization.
• Serve as a technical resource on water, wastewater, utility, and infrastructure matters.

Skills

Water & Wastewater Infrastructure

Utility Operations

Strategic Planning

Capital Improvement Programs

Business Development

Financial & Budget Management

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline

Job description

Aqua Engineers, a Hawaii-based engineering, construction, and utility services company, seeks a senior Director of Engineering & Construction Services to lead multidisciplinary teams responsible for planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of critical water and wastewater infrastructure across Hawaii.

Reporting to the CEO, this executive will shape strategic direction, drive operational excellence, and mentor future leaders while partnering with business development to position