Sr. Technical Manager - Water/Wastewater

Larson Design Group; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Paid training for required licensures

Competitive benefits

Company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Job summary

Larson Design Group in Oklahoma City is seeking a Senior Technical Manager to provide leadership across multidisciplinary teams. The role ensures the successful delivery of complex projects while overseeing design integrity, quality assurance, and financial performance.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor's in a related field and at least 20 years of experience. Strong skills in project management, technical software, and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of twenty (20) years' job related experience.
• Registered Architect (RA), Professional Engineer (PE), Structural Engineer (SE), or equivalent license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and verifies the accuracy and quality of technical work.
• Develops, monitors, and maintains project budgets and schedules.
• Serves as a primary point of contact for resolving technical issues.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Sketch‑Up

Photoshop

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field

Master's degree.

Job description

Your Opportunity + Impact

The Senior Technical Manager provides strategic and technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring the successful delivery of complex projects within their professional service area. This role oversees all technical aspects of project execution, including design integrity, quality assurance, personnel management, scope, budgeting, and financial performance. The Senior Technical Manager directs and supports technical teams assigned to multiple projects, working closely with Project Managers and other stakeholders to ensure technical objectives are achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversees and verifies the accuracy and quality of technical work, ensuring compliance with project requirements, standards, and best practices.
• Develops, monitors, and maintains project budgets and schedules, identifying potential risks and implementing corrective measures as needed.
• Ensures the technical, quality, and financial performance of the technical team meets organizational and client expectations.
• Serves as a primary point of contact for resolving technical, engineering, and project‑related issues, providing guidance and solutions to teams.
• Acts as the Designer of Record when required, ensuring design accountability and technical integrity.
• Collaborates and communicates effectively with managers, clients, contractors, and cross‑functional teams to support project success.
• Conducts quality assurance reviews and testing to confirm compliance with design specifications and performance standards.
• Prepares and oversees workload forecasts, staffing plans, and resource allocation to meet project and departmental goals.
• Develops and manages budgets and schedules for complex technical projects, ensuring efficient use of resources and adherence to timelines.
• Delivers technical presentations and reports internally and externally to communicate progress, findings, and recommendations.
• Ensures all work complies with applicable environmental, survey, and permitting regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
• Reviews and approves contract documents and agreements related to the technical discipline for accuracy and completeness.
• Supervises and mentors technical staff, conducting performance evaluations, approving timesheets, and ensuring adherence to company standards and expectations.
• Contributes to the development and execution of annual business goals and multi‑year strategic plans to promote operational excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth.

Education and Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree, preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of twenty (20) years' job related experience.
• Licensure/Certification: Registered Architect (RA), Professional Engineer (PE), Structural Engineer (SE), Professional Landscape Architect (PLA), Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) or other relevant license within the discipline required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrates a strong desire to expand knowledge and take on new responsibilities within the field.
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Sketch‑Up, Photoshop, and other related software programs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet project deadlines effectively.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a project team.
• Ability to interact with clients, project team, vendors, and other external groups in a professional manner.

EEO Statement

Larson Design Group, Inc. is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

At LDG, we strive to create an organization where people want to work. We offer a flexible work environment, paid training for required licensures, competitive benefits, bonus plans, and a company‑funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) while supporting your professional and personal growth.