Practice Leader - Public Infrastructure Southeast Texas

Wga Llp; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Wga Llp is seeking a Practice Leader for Public Infrastructure to oversee the civil engineering team and ensure high standards of performance, efficiency, and quality. This role involves strategic planning, financial management, and fostering team development.

The ideal candidate has a background in civil engineering with over 10 years of experience and a Professional Engineer (PE) license. Responsibilities include managing projects, developing departmental goals, and maintaining client relationships.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in civil engineering, leadership and project management.
• Strong financial acumen and managing budgets experience.
• Knowledge of industry regulations, standards, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the civil engineering team, ensuring high performance and quality.
• Oversee projects and operations for effective execution.
• Develop departmental goals and KPIs, monitor and implement strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Financial management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

# Practice Leader - Public Infrastructure Southeast TexasHot JobHouston, TX 77063## OverviewPosition TypeFull TimeCategoryEngineering## DescriptionThe Practice Leader will be a proven leader with demonstrated supervisory or management experience leading and developing a team. These activities include supervising and monitoring projects in progress in the department to ensure that work is executed on time and in accordance with the client’s requirements and within company policies, procedures, and standards. If you’re looking for the right opportunity to take the next step, this is the right growth opportunity.**Responsibilities:*** Provide strong leadership to the civil engineering team, setting high standards for performance, quality, and efficiency.* Drive the establishment and maintenance of industry-leading standards, trackers, and financial management within the practice.* Oversee the entire group's day-to-day operations, ensuring projects are executed effectively and efficiently.* Report monthly to the Board of Directors on the practice's performance, financials, and strategic initiatives.* Conduct weekly meetings with Team Leads, Client Managers, and Project Managers (as needed) to review progress, address challenges, and ensure alignment with company goals.* Make critical decisions on whether to pursue or decline projects and opportunities, evaluating risks, benefits, and alignment with the practice's strategic objectives.* Collaborate with Team Leads to determine the appropriate staffing and resources required for successful project execution.* Serve as Client Manager for select clients, fostering strong relationships and understanding their needs.* Work towards transitioning client management responsibilities to the next level of staff as part of succession planning.* Provide technical expertise and guidance to team members, assisting in solving complex engineering challenges.* Develop and deliver technical training programs to enhance the skills of the team.* Lead the development and implementation of the practice's strategic plan, aligning it with company objectives and market trends.* Ensure that all projects follow rigorous QA/QC processes and adhere to industry best practices and standards.* Take responsibility for the overall financial performance of the civil engineering practice, including revenue generation, cost control, and profitability.* Oversee the hiring and termination of staff within the practice, ensuring that the team is composed of top-tier professionals.* Develop departmental goals and KPIs, monitor progress, and implement strategies to achieve objectives.## Qualifications**Qualifications*** Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.* Professional Engineer (PE) license is strongly preferred.* 10+ years of experience in civil engineering, with a proven track record of leadership and project management.* Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets.* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.* Strategic thinker with a vision for the future of civil engineering.* Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop staff.* Knowledge of industry regulations, standards, and best practices. **EEO STATEMENT***WGA, LLC is committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and its employees. The Company strictly prohibits all discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected activity or any other status or classification protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.* ***NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:****Please note that WGA, LLC does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, WGA, LLC will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, WGA, LLC explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of WGA, LLC.*