Section Manager - Stormwater & Utilities

HNTB Corporation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 152,000 - 238,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB Corporation in Massachusetts is seeking a Stormwater & Utilities Section Manager to lead a team of 4–7 drainage/stormwater and utility design engineers, providing technical direction and delivering transportation projects for public clients.

You will manage budgets, mentor staff, coordinate with other sections, and help win work through disciplined project delivery and client engagement. A PE license and strong leadership are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 8 years of practical experience including 2 years of leadership experience.
• Experience providing technical advice, mentoring, and support for management and staff.
• Interacting with clients regarding projects, technical matters and industry trends.
• Hiring & developing staff in the group, with an emphasis on mid and entry level engineers.

Responsibilities

• Develops, monitors and manages the section's operating budget in support of the group or office operating budget and forecast updates.
• Responsible for the management, growth and professional development of discipline‑specific engineering section.
• Coordinates section activities establishes priorities and staff to jobs.
• Ensures staff development, mentoring and training needs are being met.
• Collaborates with other Sections and Departments within the office on work‑sharing needs and opportunities.
• Supports the implementation of the firm’s strategic plan and SSA process on project pursuits in the Section and office.
• Supports the contracting process through project delivery and contracting activities including scope, work plan and fee reviews.
• Supports project delivery processes including Work Planning and Monthly Project Reviews to ensure quality work.
• Assists in marketing responsibilities, including client discovery, proposal generation, interviews, and win‑to‑work activities.
• Recruits, hires, develops and retains section staff, including development of plan for staff reporting, performance and compensation reviews.
• Manages assigned project management activities and performs technical discipline tasks.
• Leads a team including the direct and indirect supervision of at least 5 but typically 7 - 10 or more employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

What We're Looking For

The timing couldn’t be better! Join HNTB as Stormwater & Utilities Section Manager in our Massachusetts office. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and developing a group of 4 to 7 drainage/stormwater and utility design engineers, providing technical expertise and managing and delivering transportation projects. We are looking for an engineer that is experienced and knowledgeable in drainage/stormwater/utility design throughout the design process. HNTB is delivering the largest and most complex transportation projects in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. You will be a technical expert and leader that can help win and deliver transportation projects for our public transportation agency clients. Candidates should be able to share their experience with others in a way that promotes the development of less experienced staff and improves the performance of the whole team.

What You'll Do

• Develops, monitors and manages the section's operating budget in support of the group or office operating budget and forecast updates.


• Responsible for the management, growth and professional development of discipline‑specific engineering section.


• Coordinates section activities establishes priorities and staff to jobs.


• Ensures staff development, mentoring and training needs are being met.


• Collaborates with other Sections and Departments within the office on work‑sharing needs and opportunities.


• Supports the implementation of the firm’s strategic plan and HNTB’s Sophisticated Sales Approach (SSA) process on project pursuits in the Section and office, including development of Section‑level strategic planning strategies.


• Supports the implementation of the firm’s contracting (SCA) process through project delivery and contracting activities including scope, work plan and fee reviews for all contracting activities impacting the Section.


• Supports the implementation of the firm’s project delivery (SDA) process including Work Planning, Monthly Project Reviews and other project performance methods to ensure quality work, on time, on schedule, to the client’s satisfaction.


• Assists in marketing responsibilities, including client discovery, proposal generation, interviews, and win‑to‑work activities Maintains client contacts to ensure client satisfaction.


• Recruits, hires, develops and retains section staff, including development of plan for staff reporting, performance and compensation reviews, and succession.


• Manages assigned project management activities (project scope, schedule, budget and quality management) and performs technical discipline tasks including research, reports, design, specifications and plan preparation.


• Leads a team including the direct and indirect supervision of at least 5 but typically 7 - 10 or more employees.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 8 years of practical experience including 2 years of leadership experience.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience providing technical advice, mentoring, and support for management and staff.


• Interacting with clients regarding projects, technical matters and industry trends.


• Hiring & developing staff in the group, with an emphasis on mid and entry level engineers.


• Providing quality control for stormwater design and calculations for completeness and accuracy of engineering review for deliverables.


• Selecting software programs for project work and training staff on their use.


• Ability to develop concept‑level design solutions for corridors, intersections, and interchanges.


• Problem solving and technical guidance on complex or unusual engineering projects.

What We Prefer

• Master’s degree in Engineering


• 10 years practical experience


• 2 years supervisory experience


• Professional Engineer (PE) certification


• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification


• Project Management Professional (PMP)


• Significant breadth and depth of technical experience in stormwater design.


• Experience with utility relocation design standards and practices.


• Proficiency delivering projects for MassDOT, the MBTA, Massport, and/or RIDOT.

Additional Information

#RV #Water #LI-RV1 . Locations: Boston, MA . . . The approximate pay range for Massachusetts is $152,341.01 - $238,276.98. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The approximate nation wide pay range for this position is $126,950.84 - $248,205.18. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

HNTB is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other status protected by law. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability where appropriate.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Work Authorization

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will only employ qualified individuals legally authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required. HNTB participates in E-Verify Know your rights: Right to Work