Regional Leader, Water Services & Growth

Verdantas; Wilmington (DE); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Environment

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off + Holidays

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Job summary

Verdantas is seeking a dynamic Leader of the MidAtlantic Water Services Department to guide and expand our water practice across the Northeast, with primary focus on Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Delaware. This senior role oversees clean water, wastewater, flood control, and stormwater projects for public and private clients.

The ideal candidate is a strategic, proven people leader with strong business development, client service, and cross-state program delivery experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 15+ years of experience in water‑related planning, design, and project delivery.
• 15+ years of experience in the engineering/professional services industry.
• Experience leading water programs across multiple states and offices.
• Proven leadership in team management, projects, and client portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Provide vision and leadership for the regional Water Services practice.
• Develop regional growth strategies and client targeting.
• Lead client relationships and support business development pursuits.
• Provide technical leadership for water and wastewater projects.
• Mentor and develop design and project delivery teams.
• Drive performance and operational excellence across the practice.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Business development

Strategic thinking

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's in Civil/Environmental Eng

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Verdantas is seeking a dynamic Leader of the MidAtlantic Water Services Department to guide and expand our water practice across the Northeast, with primary focus on Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Delaware. This senior role oversees clean water, wastewater, flood control, and stormwater projects for public and private clients.

The ideal candidate is a strategic, proven people leader with strong business development, client service, and cross-state program delivery experience.