Program Director - Water Business - Florida at Woolpert in Tampa, FL | USD157,520-236,280 | Kablio

Role

Description

water resources

stormwater

coastal engineering

business development

thought leadership

team leadership

Ignite Growth: Build and expand Woolpert’s water resources, stormwater, and coastal engineering services while driving business opportunities in groundwater, water supply, and water master planning.
Elevate Impact: Represent Woolpert as a thought leader at industry events, conferences, and client-centric engagements, while developing visionary solutions tailored to client needs.
Drive Results: Lead business development efforts with Federal, state, and local agencies in the Southeast, including strategic partnerships with USACE Districts (Jacksonville, Savannah, Charleston, and Norfolk) and USACE Research and Development Center (ERDC).
Inspire Teams: Lead and mentor passionate professionals, cultivating a high-performing team ready to tackle complex challenges.

Requirements

pe license

civil engineering

biosystems

10+ years

problem solving

travel

Collaborative Mindset: Experience building and leading high-performing teams and driving consensus across stakeholders.
Results Orientation: Strong problem-solving skills, negotiation expertise, and the ability to drive projects to exceed client expectations.
Travel: Must be able to travel (25-50%) as required to meet the needs and demands of the Market.
Entrepreneurial Spirit: Proven success in business development and client relationship management, particularly with Southeast local and state agencies.
Innovative Leadership: A PE license (preferred), advanced technical expertise, and a proactive approach to leveraging new technologies.
A Passion for Excellence: A BA/BS in Civil, Biosystems, or Environmental Engineering/Science (MA/MS preferred) and 10–12+ years of related experience.

Benefits

Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!
Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position; applicants must already have work authorization.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Over 100 years

Years in Existence

Evolved from a local surveying firm to a nationally recognized leader in geospatial, architecture, engineering, and environmental services.

With a focus on innovation, the company provides comprehensive solutions for a wide range of industries, including aerospace, energy, and government.
Specializing in geospatial technology, the company uses cutting-edge tools and methods to deliver data-driven solutions that drive projects forward.
Their portfolio includes large-scale projects such as airport expansions, energy infrastructure, and sustainable urban developments.
The company has a deep understanding of both public and private sector needs, tailoring its approach to deliver precise, actionable insights for each client.
Known for its commitment to delivering high-quality results, the company is frequently called upon for complex and large-scale infrastructure projects.
One standout feature is its ability to integrate multiple service areas—geospatial, architecture, engineering, and environmental—into seamless, all-encompassing solutions.

Culture + Values

Supportive
Focused
Progressive
Industry-leading
High-performing
Balanced

Environment + Sustainability

2030

Carbon-Neutral Goal

Aims to achieve carbon neutrality in Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by the year 2030.

Integrate sustainable and resilient design principles into both client and internal projects
Carbon reduction policy in place across firmwide operations
ESG program includes consideration of environmental impacts in community engagement and service delivery

Inclusion & Diversity

50% diversity hires

2021 new hires

Half of all new hires in 2021 were diversity hires.

4.6/5 D&I rating

Glassdoor score

Achieved a 4.6/5 diversity and inclusion rating on Glassdoor, with approximately 202 reviews.

30% student interns hired

Summer program success

30% of summer student program participants were converted into full-time employees in 2021.

50 global students

Summer 2022 program

Hosted the largest summer student program in history, welcoming 50 global students.

Partnered with HBCUs (Jackson State, Central State, South Carolina State) for internship and research programs
Supports diversity mentorship: Diversity Partner Mentorship Program identifies roles for diverse business partners
Inclusive succession planning via individual development plans and leadership grooming for diverse talent

Articles

Careers

Interns & Co‑Ops

Contact – Support Portal

Role

Description

water resources

stormwater

coastal engineering

business development

thought leadership

team leadership

Ignite Growth: Build and expand Woolpert’s water resources, stormwater, and coastal engineering services while driving business opportunities in groundwater, water supply, and water master planning.
Elevate Impact: Represent Woolpert as a thought leader at industry events, conferences, and client-centric engagements, while developing visionary solutions tailored to client needs.
Drive Results: Lead business development efforts with Federal, state, and local agencies in the Southeast, including strategic partnerships with USACE Districts (Jacksonville, Savannah, Charleston, and Norfolk) and USACE Research and Development Center (ERDC).
Inspire Teams: Lead and mentor passionate professionals, cultivating a high-performing team ready to tackle complex challenges.

Requirements

pe license

civil engineering

biosystems

10+ years

problem solving

travel

Collaborative Mindset: Experience building and leading high-performing teams and driving consensus across stakeholders.
Results Orientation: Strong problem-solving skills, negotiation expertise, and the ability to drive projects to exceed client expectations.
Travel: Must be able to travel (25-50%) as required to meet the needs and demands of the Market.
Entrepreneurial Spirit: Proven success in business development and client relationship management, particularly with Southeast local and state agencies.
Innovative Leadership: A PE license (preferred), advanced technical expertise, and a proactive approach to leveraging new technologies.
A Passion for Excellence: A BA/BS in Civil, Biosystems, or Environmental Engineering/Science (MA/MS preferred) and 10–12+ years of related experience.

Benefits

Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!
Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position; applicants must already have work authorization.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Over 100 years

Years in Existence

Evolved from a local surveying firm to a nationally recognized leader in geospatial, architecture, engineering, and environmental services.

With a focus on innovation, the company provides comprehensive solutions for a wide range of industries, including aerospace, energy, and government.
Specializing in geospatial technology, the company uses cutting-edge tools and methods to deliver data-driven solutions that drive projects forward.
Their portfolio includes large-scale projects such as airport expansions, energy infrastructure, and sustainable urban developments.
The company has a deep understanding of both public and private sector needs, tailoring its approach to deliver precise, actionable insights for each client.
Known for its commitment to delivering high-quality results, the company is frequently called upon for complex and large-scale infrastructure projects.
One standout feature is its ability to integrate multiple service areas—geospatial, architecture, engineering, and environmental—into seamless, all-encompassing solutions.

Culture + Values

Supportive
Focused
Progressive
Industry-leading
High-performing
Balanced

Environment + Sustainability

2030

Carbon-Neutral Goal

Aims to achieve carbon neutrality in Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by the year 2030.

Integrate sustainable and resilient design principles into both client and internal projects
Carbon reduction policy in place across firmwide operations
ESG program includes consideration of environmental impacts in community engagement and service delivery

Inclusion & Diversity

50% diversity hires

2021 new hires

Half of all new hires in 2021 were diversity hires.

4.6/5 D&I rating

Glassdoor score

Achieved a 4.6/5 diversity and inclusion rating on Glassdoor, with approximately 202 reviews.

30% student interns hired

Summer program success

30% of summer student program participants were converted into full-time employees in 2021.

50 global students

Summer 2022 program

Hosted the largest summer student program in history, welcoming 50 global students.

Partnered with HBCUs (Jackson State, Central State, South Carolina State) for internship and research programs
Supports diversity mentorship: Diversity Partner Mentorship Program identifies roles for diverse business partners
Inclusive succession planning via individual development plans and leadership grooming for diverse talent

Articles

Careers

Interns & Co‑Ops

Contact – Support Portal