Associate Vice President - Water/Wastewater
Pape-Dawson
Lead water/wastewater project delivery, manage teams, budgets, and client relations.
8 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Plano, TX
Hybrid
Company Size
1,100 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Surveying
Planning
Environmental Services
Construction Services
Transportation Engineering
Water Resources
Land Development
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Mining
Land Development
Transportation
Water Resources
Commercial
Corporate Campus
Data Centers
Role
What you would be doing
engineering design
permitting
compliance
technical leadership
rfq response
client relations
- Actively participate in professional associations and civic organizations within the community
- Lead, mentor, and oversee design and technical aspects of the team(s) projects including detailed engineering design and calculations, report writing, permitting (local and state) and presentations to clients, public agencies, and the public
- Conduct, or oversee the conduct of, investigations on matters such as water storage, permits, or other compliance and regulatory issues.
- Responsible for the technical and professional development of project team(s)
- Write responses to client RFQs and Solicitations
- Develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, public agency officials and community leaders
- Oversee a team of project managers as they coordinate and monitor project tasks, budgets, and schedules
- Review proposals, budgets, and client agreements
- Participate in the development of company design and production standards
What you bring
pe texas
civil eng
water design
leadership
mentoring
communication
- Proven ability to mentor a team of professionals
- Proven ability to lead a team of engineers and technical professionals
- 15 years of experience in potable water and wastewater design
- Actively involved in professional associations and civic organizations
- Proven ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, municipal utility districts, public agency officials and community leaders
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) designation in the State of Texas, or ability to acquire registration within 6 months
- Proven ability to effectively communicate, both oral and written skills
- 10 years of experience managing water and wastewater personnel
- Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering from an ABET accredited college or university
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Company
Overview
$178.7M Revenue
Regional Revenue in 2021
Achieved a significant regional revenue milestone, reflecting substantial growth and success in Texas markets.
142‑mile Pipeline
Vista Ridge Pipeline Project
Completed construction of a major water pipeline project, showcasing expertise in large-scale infrastructure development.
150 Staff Added
2021 Staff Expansion
Significantly expanded workforce to support growing project portfolio and client demand.
- Founded in 1965 by Gus Pape and Gene Dawson Sr. with just three staff, the firm steadily grew into a major Texas engineering force.
- Headquartered in San Antonio, expanded across Texas—Austin, Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, Corpus Christi—and beyond through strategic acquisitions.
- A diverse portfolio spans water/wastewater pipelines, transportation systems, commercial and residential land development, and large public infrastructure.
- Standout projects include the AT&T Center and SeaWorld developments in San Antonio, and Amazon’s SAT6 distribution center.
- Specialisms encompass civil engineering, environmental consulting, surveying, water resources management, and transportation planning.
- The company’s growth strategy features high‑profile merges and partnerships—such as Costello (2023), KSA (2024), RaganSmith (2024), and Dowdey‑Anderson (2021)—broadening its geographic and technical reach.
401(k) Match
Generous Benefits
Employees receive a significant contribution to their retirement savings through an impressive 401(k) match program.
- Provide an environment that encourages employee development and satisfaction.
- Monthly birthday celebrations, weekly trivia and bingo breaks, picnics, holiday parties, professional speakers, and networking opportunities.
- Employee engagement is an integral part of working at Pape‑Dawson.
- Competitive pay and benefits including free medical, generous PTO, education and gym reimbursements, flexible and remote work opportunities.
- Employees are encouraged to learn more specific skills through trainings and workshops.
25%
Water Demand Reduction
Achieved significant potable water demand reduction through drought-mitigation systems in a pilot project.
500 acre‑feet
Groundwater Storage
Captured and stored groundwater from stormwater networks in Austin after two wet seasons.
15%
Stormwater Flow Reduction
Reduced peak stormwater flows using aquifer storage/injection wells in Houston.
- Use of green infrastructure: detention basins, rain gardens, bioswales, permeable pavements for stormwater management.
- Adoption of dual piping and greywater recycling systems with on‑site treatment.
4.3/5 Rating
Employee Reviews on Glassdoor
This score reflects employee satisfaction with the company's diversity and inclusion efforts, based on 27 reviews.
- The company has not publicly declared DEI strategic goals or gender-specific targets.
- No gender-related workforce statistics are available from the company's website or LinkedIn.
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