Tetra Tech · 5 months ago
Civil Engineering/Water Resources Operations Manager
Irvine, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $190K/yr
15+ years expTetra Tech is a global consulting and engineering firm focused on providing sustainable solutions. They are seeking an Operations Manager to lead a team of civil and hydraulic engineers in managing water resource projects, ensuring quality control, and supporting business development efforts.
ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringInfrastructureNatural ResourcesRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Supervise and direct staff to ensure optimal productivity, positive motivation, training, and employee recognition. Recruit/hire staff and direct project staffing assignments to meet client, contract, and company business objectives
Recruit/hire staff and direct project staffing assignments to meet client, contract, and company business objectives
Support company risk management program and oversee quality assurance and quality control procedures
Support financial, project management, backlog, and utilization reporting requirements
Act as client manager for select clients in the water resources industry
Act as program/project manager and/or provide senior level technical roles for select projects and programs in the area of planning, analysis, engineering and/or design associated with flood risk management, stormwater, and other related surface water resources management projects
Support business development and strategic planning efforts to increase market share in priority markets, including federal, state and local clients
Promote a safety conscious work environment
Qualification
Required
BS in engineering with a minimum of 15 years relevant experience in the water resources industry and a CA PE required
Regional client management experience and relationships with municipalities, counties, state and federal agencies
USACE and County (Los Angeles, San Diego, Orange, Ventura, Riverside, and San Bernardino) experience a plus
Water resources project design experience with municipalities, counties, and state agencies
Experience with risk management oversight
Knowledge of project management, resources allocation, utilization, and cost control
Demonstrated leadership ability, with the ability to engage and motivate others
Good reasoning, conflict management, analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines
Excellent communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Preferred
Knowledge in financial reporting and forecasting preferred
Benefits
Welcoming community of office and group staff
Excellence and Achievement awards for our highest performers
Culture focused on providing industry-leading experience and high value to our clients
Flexibility that allows our employees to balance quality work and their personal lives
Competitive benefits package and learning and development opportunities
A fair and equitable compensation package, which includes a competitive base salary + bonus eligibility.
Company
Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech provides innovative solutions focused on water, the environment and energy for the government and commercial clients.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500M2023-08-17Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1991-12-17IPO
Leadership Team
Dan Batrack
CEO
Craig Christensen
SVP - CIO
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