Water Resources Department Manager

Lochmueller Group; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Northern Indiana seeks an experienced Water Resources Engineer to lead teams and manage projects. The role offers growth into a department manager position and emphasizes strong leadership and client management skills. The ideal candidate will have a PE license and experience in managing water resources projects.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Flexible work hours and telecommuting options

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Life and disability insurance

Generous vacation and sick leave

Student loan repayment assistance

Qualifications

• Proven success in managing large or complex water resources projects.
• Leadership experience guiding teams to high-quality results.

Responsibilities

• Leads and manages teams of engineers and technicians.
• Ensures project deliverables are completed on time and within budget.
• Develops new client relationships and maintains existing ones.

Skills

Leadership

Client Management

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Engineering Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

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 Merrillville, IN).

The ideal candidate will be a Professional Engineer with substantial experience managing wastewater, drinking water, and/or stormwater projects. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone with strong leadership skills to advance into a department manager position or for a seasoned project manager and team leader to further their career.

Lochmueller Group is a regional engineering consulting firm focused on infrastructure. We provide multidisciplinary services for 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 work primarily involves roadway and bridge projects for local public agencies and state DOTs.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Department Leadership: Leads and manages teams of engineers and technicians, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and fostering a positive workplace culture. Ensures professional growth, conducts performance appraisals, participates in recruiting and hiring, and manages resource allocation.
2. Project Management: Ensures project deliverables are completed on time and within budget. Plans, organizes, and directs activities related to project management, design, and construction oversight. Serves as project manager on various projects and performs QC/QA as needed.
3. Client and Stakeholder Relations: Develops new client relationships, maintains existing ones, and coordinates with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance.
4. Fiscal/Budgetary Performance: Works to improve productivity and efficiency, addresses project variances, collaborates on budget development, implements cost controls, and ensures accurate financial reporting.

Mandatory Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Proven success in managing large or complex water resources projects
• Proficiency with relevant engineering software and analysis tools
• Leadership experience guiding teams to high-quality results
• Strong client management skills and ability to develop new relationships
• Valid Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exceptional organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
• Strong communication skills
• 15+ years of water resources engineering experience (consideration given to candidates with fewer years if they possess the right skills and experience)

What We Offer:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Flexible work hours and telecommuting options
• Comprehensive medical coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Student loan repayment assistance

Lochmueller Group has been helping communities for over 40 years through thoughtful planning and design. Our values (CARDIA) — Creativity, Accountability, Respect, Dedication, Integrity, Achievement — define our culture. As a 100% employee-owned company, our team is invested in mutual success and growth. We are committed to an inclusive workplace and equal opportunity employment.