Colliers Engineering & Design
Multi‑discipline engineering, architecture, design & consulting for public and private sector projects.
Department Manager-Water/Wastewater
Lead and grow Colliers Water/Wastewater team, managing projects, staff, and business development.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Provide leadership, strategic/managerial direction, and guidance to achieve established financial and growth goals for the discipline. • Responsible for overall productivity, profitability, client satisfaction, and quality of work. • Develop, execute, and lead discipline marketing and business development strategies in collaboration with the marketing and business development teams. • Work with leadership to build a production team. • Evaluate and monitor budgets, billing, and collections. • Monitor backlog of work and resource sharing to maximize staff utilization; address underperformance promptly. • Foster staff professional development, monitor staffing/recruiting activity, and manage employee relations. • Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures. • Serve as project manager and resource for staff on assigned projects, managing scope, schedule, quality, and budget. • Provide technical assistance and supervision in preparing proposals and contracts for assigned projects. • Prepare and present information for client/agency meetings as needed. • Develop staff skills and abilities necessary for successful execution of work duties. • Mentor and coach staff members. • Manage performance of assigned staff, conduct evaluations, and contribute to promotion and advancement decisions. • Collaborate with other firms to pursue opportunities and manage subconsultant contracts.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸project management
- ▸budget monitoring
- ▸resource utilization
- ▸proposal development
- ▸client presentations
- ▸business development
What You Bring
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering. • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required. • 8+ years of experience in civil/environmental engineering with a focus on water/wastewater design. • Proficient in reading, writing, and understanding English for job‑related communications. • Ability to manage clients and develop new business. • Excellent communication skills.
Requirements
- ▸civil eng
- ▸pe license
- ▸water design
- ▸8+ years
- ▸english
- ▸business development
Benefits
The organization’s culture is built on innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. Team members are encouraged to push boundaries and contribute to projects that impact the future of communities. This position offers the chance to join a passionate group dedicated to shaping tomorrow’s built environment. Colliers provides a supportive work environment with a comprehensive compensation package that includes company‑paid medical, dental and vision benefits, disability and life insurance, a matched 401(k)/Roth, and generous paid time off. Employees also receive professional development resources such as tuition reimbursement, an in‑house learning library, mentorship programs, wellness initiatives, and opportunities for philanthropic involvement. • Company‑paid medical, dental, and vision coverage. • Paid pregnancy disability leave, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, and life insurance. • Company‑matched 401(k)/Roth retirement plan. • Paid time off, including parental and military leave, with a straight‑time policy for billable overtime. • Employee referral and professional license bonuses. • Reimbursement for education and access to an in‑house library of self‑enrichment courses. • Mentorship program, wellness initiatives, Women’s Organization, and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time