Execution Director, Water Solutions - Regional Growth Leader

Black & Veatch; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 245,000 - 492,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k plan

ESOP ownership

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Black & Veatch seeks an Execution Director to lead regional Water initiatives, aligning selling and execution with enterprise strategy. You will oversee business development, client engagement, and differentiated water solutions to drive profitable growth across the project lifecycle.

You will manage regional teams, ensure governance, and coach leaders to build high‑performing professionals while delivering safe, high‑quality work. Hybrid work options preferred in Irvine, CA area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a technical discipline.
• 20+ years of progressive leadership in water/engineering sectors.
• Experience leading client engagement and strategic pursuits.
• Ability to manage financial performance and governance.

Responsibilities

• Provide regional leadership for Water with profitable growth strategy.
• Lead seller-doer teams to align sales and project execution.
• Develop priority client relationships and strategic pursuits.
• Ensure governance, risk management, and safety across projects.
• Drive financial performance, margins, and cash results.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Water markets

Relationship management

Strategic planning

CRM

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

MBA

Job description

Black & Veatch seeks an Execution Director to lead regional Water initiatives, aligning selling and execution with enterprise strategy. You will oversee business development, client engagement, and differentiated water solutions to drive profitable growth across the project lifecycle.

You will manage regional teams, ensure governance, and coach leaders to build high‑performing professionals while delivering safe, high‑quality work. Hybrid work options preferred in Irvine, CA area.