Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson Inc, Sparks

Water Resources Section Head

Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field
  • Professional Engineer License
  • 10+ years' experience in specialized discipline
  • Project management and business development experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant engineering software like Bentley ORD and Autodesk Civil 3D
  • Experience with local clients at county and state level
  • Strong communication and presentation skills

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate strategic growth plan with office managers and practice leaders
  • Establish and grow market presence through marketing and business development
  • Manage financial budget for the department and allocate resources
  • Lead proposal production efforts
  • Serve as a technical expertise resource for project managers
  • Identify staffing needs for the section and hire accordingly
  • Conduct performance reviews based on project manager feedback for assigned teams

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional growth and development
  • Engagement in strategic initiatives at local level
  • Leadership role in team management and professional coaching
  • Involvement in diverse projects including stream restoration and water quality
  • Stable office work environment with minimal hazards or unpleasant conditions
Full Job Description
Job Description

Position summary: Responsible for business development, financial success, and managing staff for the department at the local level.

Essential functions and responsibilities:
  • Coordinate strategic growth plan with office managers and practice leaders
  • Establish and grow market presence in area through marketing and business development
  • Manage financial budget for department and allocate resources accordingly
  • Lead and contribute to the production of proposals
  • Serve as a technical expertise resource to project managers and technical staff
  • Establish resources staffing needs for the section
  • Interview and hire staff for the section
  • Perform performance reviews for staff based on input from project managers on assigned teams
  • Lead and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meeting, coaching) that supports the growth and development of team

Nonessential functions and responsibilities:
  • Perform other related duties as assigned


Required Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field from an accredited program
  • Professional Engineer License
  • 10+ years' experience in specialized discipline
  • Project management and business development experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Proficient in Bentley ORD and Autodesk Civil 3D
  • Proficient in ICPR, SWMM, and HED-RAS modeling software
  • Proficient in ArcGIS
  • Experience working with local clients at the county and state level
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Strong Presentation Skills

Qualifications preferred:
  • Supervisory experience
  • ENV SP certification
  • Experience with stream restoration projects
  • Experience with water quality projects

Working Conditions:

Work is performed within a general office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

About Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson Inc, Sparks

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. (JMT) is an engineering and architecture firm that provides a range of services, including transportation planning and design, environmental engineering, construction management, and surveying. The company serves clients in the transportation, environmental, and construction industries, as well as government agencies and municipalities. JMT is headquartered in Sparks, Maryland, and has offices throughout the United States. The company was founded in 1971 and has grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the country. JMT is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including the use of renewable energy sources and the implementation of green building practices.
Learn more about Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson Inc, Sparks
Size
1,500 employees
Industry
Founded
1971

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