Senior Civil Water Resources Leader - Dams & Infrastructure

McMillen; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 176,000 - 288,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Full benefits package

Stock ownership

9 paid holidays

Job summary

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a Senior Civil Discipline Lead to guide large water resources projects, including dams, energy, fisheries, infrastructure, and natural resources. You will direct teams of specialists, shape project strategies, and ensure high-quality, compliant deliverables for major clients.

Ideal candidates bring 20+ years of civil/water resources experience, advanced degrees, and proven leadership in multidisciplinary programs. Travel up to 25% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field required.
• Minimum of 20 years of civil engineering/water resources consulting experience.
• Proven ability to develop and lead multiple large project teams.
• Excellent client relationship management skills.
• Strong understanding of company operations and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee extensive and complex water resources programs requiring significant staff, stakeholder collaboration, and coordination.
• Align organizational structure, staffing, skills development, training, and operational focus with company values, objectives, and strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with senior PMs to address complex business and client matters.
• Execute legal and contractual commitments on behalf of the firm with clients, teaming partners, vendors, and subconsultants within established guidelines.
• Ensure all work produced by reporting staff meets company risk management and quality standards.
• Serve as Project Manager to lead large, complex, multidisciplinary projects.
• Manage projects with fees up to $5 million.
• Lead development and delivery of major external presentations, including sales presentations, seminars, and industry events.
• Foster and strengthen existing client relationships while developing new business opportunities through ongoing outreach and engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Project management systems/tools

Job description

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a Senior Civil Discipline Lead to guide large water resources projects, including dams, energy, fisheries, infrastructure, and natural resources. You will direct teams of specialists, shape project strategies, and ensure high-quality, compliant deliverables for major clients.

Ideal candidates bring 20+ years of civil/water resources experience, advanced degrees, and proven leadership in multidisciplinary programs. Travel up to 25% is expected.