Water Resources Department Manager

Lochmueller Group; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Flexible work hours

Major medical insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Generous vacation and sick leave

Student loan repayment benefit

Job summary

An engineering consulting firm is seeking an experienced Water Resources Engineer to manage projects in Northern Indiana. The successful candidate will lead a team and oversee significant engineering projects while fostering client relationships. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil Engineering, a PE license, and a strong background in project management and leadership. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth in a supportive and employee-owned company.

Qualifications

• Experienced in managing large and/or complex Water Resources engineering projects.
• Proficient with relevant engineering software and tools.
• Strong track record of leading teams to deliver high-quality results.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of engineers and technicians.
• Ensure project deliverables are completed on time and within budget.
• Develop new client relationships and maintain existing ones.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Client management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE)

Tools

Engineering software for design and analysis

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced Water Resources Engineer to lead our team in Northern Indiana. This position could be based in any of our Northern Indiana locations (South Bend, Mishawaka, Fort Wayne, and soon to be Merrillville, IN). The ideal candidate for this role will be a Professional Engineer with substantial experience managing wastewater, drinking water and/or storm water projects. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong leadership skills to advance into a department manager role, or for someone who already has strong project management and team leadership skills to further their career.

Lochmueller Group is a regional engineering consulting firm with an emphasis on infrastructure. We provide multi-disciplined services for a variety of public agencies and private entities, including transportation design; water resources design; environmental analysis & permitting; construction engineering & inspection; traffic engineering & transportation planning; surveying; and land acquisition & appraisal. Our transportation design team offers a variety of services, but most of our work involves roadway and bridge design for various local public agencies and state DOT’s.

Key Responsibilities

• Department Leadership: Leads and manages a team or teams, including engineers and technicians. Provides technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members. Fosters a positive workplace culture and ensures professional growth and development of department team members. Guides the team to deliver high-quality results. Conducts performance appraisals. Identifies staffing needs and actively participates in recruiting and hiring. Ensures effective resource allocation.
• Project Management: Ensures the department’s project deliverables are completed on time and within budget. Plans, organizes, and directs department activities, including project management, design, and construction oversight. Provides leadership in the planning, design, and execution of major projects. Serves as a project manager on various projects. Performs QC/QA as needed.
• Client and Stakeholder Relations: Develops new client relationships and seeks out opportunities for new business. Maintains strong relationships with existing clients. Coordinates with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with regulations and specifications.
• Fiscal/Budgetary Performance: Actively works to improve productivity and efficiency, and addresses negative project variances. Collaborates on budget development, implements cost control measures, and ensures accurate financial reporting.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE).
• Demonstrated success in managing large and/or complex Water Resources engineering projects.
• Proficiency with relevant engineering software and tools for design and analysis.
• Demonstrated expertise in personnel management and leadership with a strong track record of guiding teams to deliver high-quality results.
• Strong client management capabilities with proven ability to develop and maintain new client relationships.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including: Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• 15 years of experience in water resources engineering.
• Note: While the position typically requires 15 years of experience in water resources engineering, we are open to considering candidates with fewer years of experience if they possess the right skills and relevant working experience. We value practical expertise and are willing to assess qualifications on a case-by-case basis.

What We Offer

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Become an employee-owner!
• Availability of flexible work hours and part-time telecommuting.
• Rich coverage for major medical insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Basic life insurance (with option for additional voluntary life insurance).
• Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance.
• Generous vacation and sick leave.
• Student loan repayment benefit.

For over 40 years, Lochmueller Group has helped communities reinvent their future through thoughtful, actionable planning and design. Our dedication to building a team that demonstrates our corporate values (CARDIA) is what sets us apart. CARDIA: Means "from the heart" – Creativity; Accountability; Respect; Dedication; Integrity; Achievement – that’s what sets us apart! Lochmueller Group provides an excellent workplace culture established by our people who share these values. We are a 100% employee‑owned company, and our people are vested in the success and continued development of each other and the firm. This is a great place to build a career and grow with a company that is dedicated to quality and service.

Lochmueller Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Lochgroup fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.