Water Resources Department Manager

HNTB; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB in Harrisburg, PA, seeks a professional to lead its engineering department. This role includes supervising over 15 employees, managing budgets, and ensuring quality project delivery. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor’s in Engineering, have 10 years of experience, and show strong leadership capabilities.

The position also involves marketing responsibilities, client engagement, and strategic planning support. Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree and a Professional Engineer certification.

Qualifications

• 10 years of practical experience in engineering.
• 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the department’s operating budget.
• Supervise and develop the engineering department.
• Collaborate with other departments on projects.
• Support strategic planning and marketing efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Budget Management

Technical Coaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering

Job description

What We’re Looking For

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have delivered solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee‑owners.

This opportunity entails leading a professional or technical discipline department in the design, development, and delivery of project tasks while managing scope, budget, and quality control. The role coordinates project priorities, staffing schedules, and staff assignments to ensure clients receive the proper resources at the appropriate time. It also involves technical coaching and mentoring to maximize staff productivity and service quality.

What You’ll Do

• Develop, monitor, and manage the department’s operating budget in support of the group or office operating budget and forecast updates.
• Manage, grow, and develop a discipline‑specific engineering department, coordinating activities, establishing priorities, and assigning staff to projects. Ensure staff development, mentoring, and training needs are met.
• Collaborate with other departments or groups within the office on work‑sharing needs and opportunities.
• Support the implementation of the firm’s strategic plan and HNTB’s Sophisticated Sales Approach (SSA) process on project pursuits in the department and office, including developing department‑level strategic planning strategies.
• Support the implementation of the firm’s contracting (SCA) process through project delivery and contracting activities, including scope, work plan, and fee reviews for all contracting activities impacting the department.
• Support the implementation of the firm’s project delivery (SDA) process including work planning, monthly project reviews, and other project performance methods to ensure quality work, on‑time delivery, and client satisfaction.
• Assist in marketing responsibilities, including client discovery, proposal generation, interviews, and win‑to‑work activities.
• Maintain client contacts to ensure client satisfaction. Lead and assist in sales and marketing efforts for department growth.
• Recruit, hire, develop, and retain department staff, including planning for staff reporting, performance, and compensation reviews, and succession planning.
• Manage assigned project management activities (scope, schedule, budget, and quality management) and perform technical discipline tasks such as research, reports, design, specifications, and plan preparation.
• Lead multiple teams, including direct and indirect supervision of at least 15, typically 17‑20 or more employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 10 years of practical experience, including 2 years of supervisory experience.

What We Prefer

• Master’s degree in Engineering.
• 12 years of practical experience.
• 4 years of supervisory experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification.

Locations

Harrisburg, PA; King of Prussia, PA (Norristown); Philadelphia, PA; Pittsburgh, PA.

Visa Sponsorship

Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Disability Accessibility Statement

HNTB provides a fair and equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or other status protected by law. The HNTB Companies ensure nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Any applicant with limited English proficiency or a qualifying physical or mental disability who requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail] or call 816‑527‑2600 for assistance.