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Marine Services Business Development Lead / Operations Manager – Southern California - Los Angeles, CA
David Evans And Associates, Inc.
Lead business development and operations for marine services in Southern California
5d ago
$135,000 - $215,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Los Angeles, CA
Hybrid
Company Size
500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Design
Project Management
Construction Services
Sector Specialisms
Transportation
Land Development
Energy
Marine
Water
Utilities
Buildings
Residential
Role
What you would be doing
project oversight
business development
asset management
marine survey
resource allocation
safety compliance
- Provide oversight on projects and maintain alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Lead business development visioning and strategy, driving proposal development, contract negotiations, and project pursuit activities.
- Achieve annual net sales goals of $2M–$10M by developing new business opportunities and expanding existing client relationships.
- Serve as Client Team Lead, coordinating pursuit efforts and aligning DEA’s capabilities to client needs.
- Build strong, trust-based relationships with ports, municipalities, AE firms, energy clients, and other stakeholders across Southern California.
- Collaborate with DEA’s Health & Safety team to maintain a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Work with the Marine Services Director, Operations Manager, and Market Leader to build, manage, and mentor a multidisciplinary team of hydrographers, project managers, and technical staff.
- Oversee staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation to maximize efficiency, utilization, and project delivery.
- Manage the lifecycle of vessels, instrumentation, and other marine assets to ensure reliability, readiness, and cost efficiency.
- Guide the selection, implementation, and advancement of marine survey technologies to keep DEA’s operations competitive.
- Align staff strengths with project and business needs, fostering career growth and professional development.
- Ensure projects meet quality, safety, and compliance standards while exceeding client expectations.
- Ensure adherence to DEA contracting policies, firm-wide BD processes, and maritime safety standards.
What you bring
leadership
project management
hydrographer cert
rovs
bachelor's
12+ years
- Proven leadership in growing teams, developing career paths, and aligning employee strengths with business needs.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, with a servant leadership style.
- Background in preventive maintenance and marine asset management.
- Demonstrated ability to generate and sustain multimillion-dollar business lines.
- Experience with autonomous survey platforms (ROVs, AUVs, USVs) and AI-enabled workflows.
- NSPS-THSOA Hydrographer Certification or ability to obtain certification.
- Strong project management, financial, and client development skills.
- Membership in professional associations such as MTS, THSOA, or related societies.
- Bachelor’s degree in Hydrography, Oceanography, Geomatics, Marine Science, or a related discipline.
- California Professional Survey License or ability to obtain licensure in California.
- 12+ years of experience in marine geophysical or hydrographic operations, including business development and operations leadership.
- Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
- Work-life balance: Vacation, Sick time, and Holiday Pay
- Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
- Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions
- Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement
- Retirement: 401k plan
- The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
- Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
- Potential salary range: $135,000 - $215,000
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Company
Overview
Since 1976
Year Established
Over four decades of delivering innovative engineering solutions.
- Delivers innovative engineering solutions across various sectors.
- Specializes in a wide range of services including planning, design, and project management for infrastructure projects.
- Works in transportation, water resources, residential, and commercial sectors.
- Known for a creative approach to solving complex challenges while meeting client expectations and sustainability goals.
- Reputation for reliability and quality through successful partnerships with government, private, and commercial clients.
- Skilled in integrating technology with engineering to optimize performance and cost-efficiency.
- Recognized for technical expertise in environmental engineering and infrastructure development.
- Continues to grow by attracting top-tier talent and maintaining a forward-thinking approach.
- We provide exceptional services to our clients with integrity, collaboration, and innovation.
- We embrace and value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
- We empower our employees to take ownership of their work and deliver quality results.
- We focus on continuous improvement and professional development.
- We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment.
2050
Net-Zero Goal
Commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by the year 2050.
- Committed to reducing environmental impact and supporting sustainability across operations.
- Sustainability strategy includes reducing energy consumption, waste, and carbon emissions.
- Collaborate with clients to offer sustainable solutions that minimize environmental footprints.
- We foster an inclusive culture where all employees are respected and supported.
- We are committed to diversity in our workforce and leadership.
- We actively recruit and promote underrepresented groups in the engineering and technology sectors.
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