Group Manager (Water/Wastewater)

Metric Geo; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 162,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Competitive base salary

Overtime compensation

Leadership path

Strong technical team

Job summary

Metric Geo in Dallas seeks a seasoned Group Manager - Water/Wastewater to lead our Dallas market growth, combining technical leadership with business development and people leadership to deliver major water infrastructure projects.

Texas PE license and 10+ years in water/wastewater are required. This employee-owned firm offers ESOP participation, leadership growth, and a path to build a strong local practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or related engineering discipline.
• Texas PE license or ability to obtain one.
• 10+ years of water/wastewater engineering experience.
• Proven track record in client relationships and winning work.
• Experience leading teams and projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the water/wastewater group in the Dallas market.
• Develop and maintain relationships with municipal, utility, and public-sector clients.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across North Texas.
• Lead proposals, pursuits, presentations, and client meetings.
• Provide technical and project leadership on water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop engineers and project managers.
• Oversee project delivery, financial performance, staffing, and client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to pursue multidisciplinary opportunities.
• Represent the firm within the Texas water/wastewater market and at industry events.

Skills

Leadership & mentoring

Business development

Client relationship management

Team growth

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor’s in Civil/Environmental Engineering

Texas PE license

Job description

Build the Future of Water Infrastructure in Texas

A growing, employee-owned engineering firm is looking for an experienced Group Manager - Water/Wastewater to establish and grow its presence in the Dallas market.

This is an opportunity for a senior water/wastewater professional who wants to move beyond simply managing projects and take ownership of team growth, client relationships, business development, and overall market expansion.

The Opportunity

As Group Manager, you’ll play a key role in developing the firm’s water/wastewater presence across North Texas.

You’ll have the autonomy and resources to build relationships with municipal and utility clients, identify new opportunities, win work, and develop a team capable of delivering complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

The position would suit someone who enjoys combining technical leadership with business development and people leadership and is motivated by the opportunity to build and grow a practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the water/wastewater group in the Dallas market.
• Develop and maintain relationships with municipal, utility, and public-sector clients.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across North Texas.
• Lead proposals, pursuits, presentations, and client meetings.
• Provide technical and project leadership on water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop engineers and project managers.
• Oversee project delivery, financial performance, staffing, and client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to pursue multidisciplinary opportunities.
• Represent the firm within the Texas water/wastewater market and at industry events.

Ideal Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering discipline.
• Texas PE license or the ability to obtain one.
• 10+ years of experience within the water/wastewater engineering sector.
• Strong municipal water and wastewater infrastructure experience.
• Proven experience managing engineering projects and teams.
• Demonstrated success developing client relationships and winning work.
• Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring abilities.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to grow a business and build a team.

Benefits of the Firm

• Competitive Base Salary: Starting compensation of approximately $180,000, based on experience.
• Employee Ownership: Participate in a strong ESOP, providing employees with a meaningful opportunity to share in the firm’s long-term success.
• Strong Overtime Compensation: Attractive overtime opportunities with additional compensation for hours worked beyond the standard schedule.
• Industry-Leading Technical Team: Join a highly regarded design team recognized for delivering complex, high-profile projects across the industry.
• Clear Leadership Path: Opportunity to take on increasing leadership responsibility and play a key role in growing and developing the local office.