Strategic Water Utilities Executive Director

Gulfshoresal; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) seeks a strategic Managing Director for Water to join its executive leadership in Brownsville, TX. This role oversees water and wastewater operations, guiding infrastructure planning, regulatory compliance, and performance to deliver safe, reliable, and sustainable services for a growing community.

Reporting to the General Manager & CEO, the MD for Water will lead capital programs, budgets, risk management, and stakeholder engagement while advancing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited university is required.
• Twelve (12) years of municipal or utility operations experience, at least five (5) in a senior management capacity.
• A Master’s degree is preferred and may substitute for two (2) years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Directs assigned utility operations to ensure safe, reliable, compliant, and cost-effective service delivery.
• Leads implementation of strategic priorities, business plans, and performance objectives for assigned functions.
• Develops short- and long-range strategies, goals, and action plans based on operational needs and service expectations.
• Identifies, evaluates, and advances business initiatives and continuous improvement opportunities aligned with BPUB’s mission.
• Plans and directs programs and activities across divisions and senior staff.
• Oversees development and management of O&M and CIP budgets; monitors expenditures and recommends adjustments.
• Establishes performance monitoring and reporting for assigned functions and reports to leadership and the Board.
• Develops, recommends, and administers policies, procedures, and internal controls for assigned functions.
• Ensures compliance with safety, reliability, environmental, and regulatory requirements; mitigates risks.
• Represents BPUB with partners, agencies, and industry organizations; supports intergovernmental relations.
• Promotes a positive organizational image and communications with customers and employees.
• Leads, coaches, and develops senior management and professional staff; supports talent planning.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Executive leadership

Regulatory compliance

Budget management

Education

ABET-accredited Engineering Degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) seeks a strategic Managing Director for Water to join its executive leadership in Brownsville, TX. This role oversees water and wastewater operations, guiding infrastructure planning, regulatory compliance, and performance to deliver safe, reliable, and sustainable services for a growing community.

Reporting to the General Manager & CEO, the MD for Water will lead capital programs, budgets, risk management, and stakeholder engagement while advancing