Water Technical Manager (New England Region)
Woodard & Curran
Provides integrated solutions for engineering, environmental, and energy services.
Description
water analysis
system design
regulatory liaison
staff mentorship
project delivery
client coordination
- Drinking water distribution capacity analysis and design
- Collection system assessments, design, and rehabilitation
- Interacting with clients and professionally representing the firm.
- Interfacing with state and local regulatory agencies and permitting officials
- Mentoring and directing junior and mid-level staff on technical assignments and reviewing technical work completed by engineers under supervision.
- Working alongside Project Manager(s) to lead the technical delivery of project tasks.
- Acting as the technical leader for all sizes of projects
- Coordinating with contractors and clients in the field during construction to ensure that projects are executed in compliance with the Contract Documents.
- Visiting client sites for meetings, proposal development, and/or observing construction project status.
- Assisting in the development of project schedules and budgets
- Determining the overall technical approach for projects.
- Preparing and delivering presentations and training programs to internal and external clients and professional associations
- Connecting and working with external suppliers and subcontractors support project delivery.
- Providing input on the continued development of Woodard & Curran’s design guidelines and standards.
- Assisting the Client Management team with proposal development and pursuit of new opportunities.
Requirements
pe license
civil engineering
8+ years
water systems
bidding laws
communication
The ideal candidate will be technically focused, with solid experience in evaluating, planning, designing, and constructing drinking water systems. Familiarity with a broad range of issues related to master planning, treatment, and distribution systems is preferred. In collaboration with the Project Manager, you will help lead the delivery of multiple projects, work directly with clients and internal teams, and support marketing and proposal efforts.
Travel up to 20%: Clients within the New England Region.
Woodard and Curran seek a dynamic, detail-oriented, and client-focused Professional Engineer to join our Water Team as a Technical Manager. In this role, you will collaborate with our municipal clients to develop, design, and deliver various drinking water projects across the New England region, including Massachusetts, Maine, Rhode Island, and Connecticut.
- Well-versed in state and federal regulations regarding water treatment and distribution systems.
- Superior writing, communication, and presentation skills.
- A B.S. Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or an M.S. Degree is preferred.
- Up to date on the latest technological advances, regulatory trends, equipment, and processes.
- The successful candidate will have technical and project delivery expertise in civil and environmental engineering and an in-depth understanding of the engineering concepts associated with all types of municipal water systems, including water supply and treatment processes and distribution systems infrastructure.
- 8-15 years of engineering experience.
- Knowledgeable in state bidding laws and funding programs.
- Demonstrating strong and proactive communication skills to keep the project management and technical team(s) updated as project work progresses.
- Registered Professional Engineer in Massachusetts, Maine, Rhode Island, and Connecticut (or ability to apply for reciprocity).
Benefits
Sick time: Paid sick time for non-work related illness or injury.
Health: Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans.
Life: Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families is available through Sun Life.
This position’s anticipated pay range is provided below; final exempt salary or non-exempt hourly pay will be dependent on experience level as well as considering a % based geographic differential based on where the final candidate will be working. Geographic differentials are used to recognize and reflect cost of labor differences between geographic markets.
Observed holidays: Choose up to 9 holidays to observe annually
Parental leave: Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding
Vacation: Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked
Wellbeing: DarioMind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources.
Disability: Paid short and long term disability
401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions: The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed
Salary Range: $110,000 - $165,000
Offering Flexible Remote/Hybrid Work Schedule: Expectation is 2 to 3 days in the office or onsite with clients.
- Drinking water treatment system upgrades
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
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Overview
Founded in 1979
Year Established
The firm has been a leader in engineering and environmental services since its inception.
- Blends engineering expertise with environmental and energy solutions to tackle complex challenges.
- Offers integrated, sustainable solutions to industries ranging from water and energy to industrial infrastructure.
- Works on diverse projects including environmental remediation, water treatment, and energy optimization.
- Clients range from government agencies to private enterprises, with a special focus on water resources and utility management.
- Approach is highly collaborative, using cross-disciplinary teams to deliver tailored solutions.
- Committed to innovation, often leveraging cutting-edge technology to optimize project outcomes.
- A standout feature of their work is the focus on long-term sustainability, making a lasting impact on both clients and communities.
Culture + Values
- Clean water, safe environment, healthy communities, happy people.
- Our mission: to develop and perpetuate a safe, enjoyable, gratifying, and fulfilling place to work with the important objectives of growth, freedom, challenge, recognition, and reward.
- Put People First – The wellbeing of our people is our top priority.
- Operate with Integrity – We stand by our principles because our character is more important than the bottom line.
- Cultivate Autonomy – We empower each other to think creatively, act on our convictions, and take responsibility for ourselves.
- Work as One Team – We collaborate across the organization and learn from each other to find the best solutions.
- Act Like Owners – We take pride in our work and are invested in the company’s sustainable future.
Environment + Sustainability
Since 2016
Formal Sustainability Reporting
Annual updates on progress toward material sustainability topics are tracked and reported.
In 2022
Office Sustainability Program
Launched campaigns focused on UN SDGs, low-carbon transportation, and conscious consumption.
- Committed to prioritizing protecting the environment over all other interests in every endeavor.
- Office operations include reduced footprint via right-sized office spaces, co-working basecamp concept, reduced paper/plastic use, centralized bins, and removal of single-use coffee machines.
- A dedicated Green Team leads annual sustainability initiatives.
- An ESG services team provides expertise in GHG emissions reduction, climate-risk management, energy use management, and life-cycle analysis.
- While a formal net-zero target date is not publicly stated, GHG emissions and climate-change risk reduction are core service offerings.
Inclusion & Diversity
2019 Pay Equity
DEI Initiative
Conducted a third-party pay equity study confirming equity across gender and race/ethnicity, with plans to repeat biennially.
- Vision: Complex teams working together in an equitable, inclusive space where all can bring their whole selves.
- Eight‑member Equity Committee with DEI Manager to spearhead DEI efforts.
- Key goals: Communicate DEI as foundational to core values and business strategy; build equitable systems for workforce diversity; create a welcoming, respectful, engaging environment; develop long-term progress metrics.
- Seven company‑wide Employee Resource Groups (Ascending Professionals; Disabilities; LGBTQIA+; Parents & Caregivers; Race, Ethnicity & Culture; Veterans; Women).
- Internal equity review of promotions, pay increases, incentive compensation, and ownership appointments.
- Developed candidate masking in online applications to reduce bias.
- Gender demographics: Employee and Board gender representation better than industry average.