Larson Design Group

Sr. Technical Manager - Water/Wastewater

Larson Design Group$100K — $130K *
Energy & Utilities
15+ years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field; Master's preferred
  • 20+ years of relevant job experience
  • Registered Architect (RA), Professional Engineer (PE), or similar licensure required
  • Strong desire for professional growth and responsibility
  • Proficiency in industry-standard software like Revit, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D

Responsibilities

  • Oversees technical work for project accuracy and compliance
  • Develops and monitors project budgets and schedules
  • Ensures quality and financial performance met
  • Acts as primary technical contact for project issues
  • Conducts quality assessments and compliance reviews
  • Manages staffing plans and resource allocation
  • Delivers technical presentations and reports

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and responsibilities
  • Collaborative work environment with diverse teams
  • Engagement in complex and impactful projects
  • Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies
  • Support for mentoring and staff development
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity + Impact

The Senior Technical Manager provides strategic and technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring the successful delivery of complex projects within their professional service area. This role oversees all technical aspects of project execution, including design integrity, quality assurance, personnel management, scope, budgeting, and financial performance. The Senior Technical Manager directs and supports technical teams assigned to multiple projects, working closely with Project Managers and other stakeholders to ensure technical objectives are achieved.

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversees and verifies the accuracy and quality of technical work, ensuring compliance with project requirements, standards, and best practices.
  • Develops, monitors, and maintains project budgets and schedules, identifying potential risks and implementing corrective measures as needed.
  • Ensures the technical, quality, and financial performance of the technical team meets organizational and client expectations.
  • Serves as a primary point of contact for resolving technical, engineering, and project-related issues, providing guidance and solutions to teams.
  • Acts as the Designer of Record when required, ensuring design accountability and technical integrity.
  • Collaborates and communicates effectively with managers, clients, contractors, and cross-functional teams to support project success.
  • Conducts quality assurance reviews and testing to confirm compliance with design specifications and performance standards.
  • Prepares and oversees workload forecasts, staffing plans, and resource allocation to meet project and departmental goals.
  • Develops and manages budgets and schedules for complex technical projects, ensuring efficient use of resources and adherence to timelines.
  • Delivers technical presentations and reports internally and externally to communicate progress, findings, and recommendations.
  • Ensures all work complies with applicable environmental, survey, and permitting regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
  • Reviews and approves contract documents and agreements related to the technical discipline for accuracy and completeness.
  • Supervises and mentors technical staff, conducting performance evaluations, approving timesheets, and ensuring adherence to company standards and expectations.
  • Contributes to the development and execution of annual business goals and multi-year strategic plans to promote operational excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth.

Education and Experience
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree, preferred.
  • Experience: Minimum of twenty (20) years' job related experience.
  • Licensure/Certification: Registered Architect (RA), Professional Engineer (PE), Structural Engineer (SE), Professional Landscape Architect (PLA), Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) or other relevant license within the discipline required.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Demonstrates a strong desire to expand knowledge and take on new responsibilities within the field.
  • Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Sketch-Up, Photoshop, and other related software programs.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook).
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet project deadlines effectively.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a project team.
  • Ability to interact with clients, project team, vendors, and other external groups in a professional manner.

About Larson Design Group

Larson Design Group is an engineering, architecture, and surveying firm based in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. The firm was founded in 1986 and has since grown to include over 400 employees in 12 offices across the United States. Larson Design Group provides a wide range of services, including civil engineering, environmental engineering, transportation engineering, architecture, and surveying. The firm has worked on numerous high-profile projects, including the construction of the Williamsport Regional Airport and the design of the Susquehanna Riverwalk in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Larson Design Group is committed to providing innovative, sustainable solutions to its clients and has been recognized for its excellence by various organizations, including the American Council of Engineering Companies and the Pennsylvania Society of Professional Engineers.
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