Water & Environment Market Leader - California (Hybrid)

Ulteig Engineers; San Diego (CA); Hybride; USD 210 000 - 280 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible Workplace

Employee Ownership

Competitive Pay

Collaborative Environment

Résumé du poste

Ulteig Engineers is seeking a Senior Market Leader for Water & Environment to guide strategy, client engagement, and project delivery across California. This role emphasizes building long‑term partnerships, expanding market presence, and leading high‑value initiatives in water resources, environmental stewardship, and climate resilience.

The position reports to the Water & Environment Market Director and demands a strong track record in leadership, client‑facing communication, and strategic

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive experience in water resources, watershed management, and water infrastructure, with demonstrated leadership across public and private sectors.
• An advanced degree in engineering, urban planning, or business (MS or MBA), along with the relevant credential (e.g., Professional Engineer (PE) licensure, American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), etc.).
• Recognized as an industry thought leader with a reputation for innovation, integrity, and impact in the water and environmental sectors.
• Outstanding client-facing communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior agency leaders and decision-makers.
• Demonstrated success managing complex infrastructure programs and driving strategic business growth.
• Strong knowledge of sustainability trends, climate adaptation, and emerging environmental challenges, with demonstrated ability to translate these issues into practical client solutions and strategic business opportunities.
• Extensive experience and relationships in the Southern California region are preferred.
• Ability and willingness to travel to meet with clients and pursue opportunities as needed.
• Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S.

Responsabilités

• Serve as Principal‑in‑Charge on high‑profile, complex water resource, modeling, sustainability, and infrastructure projects.
• Develop and execute market expansion strategies, including pursuit planning, client engagement, and positioning for emerging opportunities.
• Drive strategic growth initiatives, including talent acquisition and leadership alignment to support long‑term business goals.
• Lead large, multidisciplinary teams through all phases of project delivery, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and technical excellence.
• Manage project portfolios exceeding $100 million in total value, ensuring strong financial performance, client satisfaction, and business development results.
• Engage extensively with executive‑level public- and private‑sector leaders, including city, county, and state administrators and decision‑makers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with state and federal agencies, regional municipalities, and private utilities, ensuring compliance with regulatory, funding, and permitting frameworks.

Connaissances

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Client communication

Strategic planning

Formation

MS/MBA

PE/AICP credential

Description du poste

Ulteig Engineers is seeking a Senior Market Leader for Water & Environment to guide strategy, client engagement, and project delivery across California. This role emphasizes building long‑term partnerships, expanding market presence, and leading high‑value initiatives in water resources, environmental stewardship, and climate resilience.

The position reports to the Water & Environment Market Director and demands a strong track record in leadership, client‑facing communication, and strategic