Infrastructure & Capital Projects – Director – Water Market, ANS

THE WORK:

• You’ll conduct minor technical plan checks to ensure compliance with Public Works and Engineering submittal requirements, development conditions, improvement standards, construction specifications, and city ordinances.
• You’ll analyze and interpret engineering plans, improvement standards, construction specifications, maps, legal descriptions, and related codes to ensure compliance with established regulations.
• You’ll issue and prepare permits following technical review, ensuring alignment with Public Works, Engineering Department standards, development conditions, and city ordinances.
• You’ll conduct research and gather data through field verifications or office records to assist in engineering correspondence, reports, or public inquiries.
• You’ll process monetary transactions related to permits, including accounts receivable coding, billing inquiries, and invoicing to ensure accurate and timely financial operations.
• You’ll complete various administrative tasks including reporting, billing, and maintaining accounts receivable, ensuring smooth operations of permit processing and tracking.
• You’ll establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, development community, city staff, and other stakeholders encountered in the course of work.
• You’ll efficiently manage plan processing and routing, coordinating with discipline managers (e.g., Planning and Engineering) to ensure timely approval and compliance of permits.
• You’ll respond to development-related inquiries and complaints, evaluating potential solutions, and presenting recommendations to supervisors to resolve issues effectively.
• You’ll perform data entry tasks and coordinate the routing of various permits, plans, and maps using specialized database or permit tracking programs to ensure accurate record-keeping and efficient processing.
• Onsite at client site: The work location for this role is onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery and cultivate our client relationships.
• With all our roles, there is some in-person time for collaboration, learning and building relationships with clients, peers, leaders and communities. As an employer, we will be as flexible as possible to support your specific work/life needs.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10-15 years of experience in water and wastewater management, with a focus on program management, project management, construction management, or inspection services (experience plus certifications may be substituted in lieu of degree).
• Proven track record of successfully leading and managing water and wastewater construction projects in Southern California, with a strong understanding of local regulations, permitting processes, and industry standards.
• Demonstrated expertise in water and wastewater infrastructure planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance, including knowledge of treatment processes, conveyance systems, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to effectively plan, organize, and prioritize tasks, manage budgets and schedules, and mitigate risks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients, stakeholders, and project teams and effectively convey technical information to diverse audiences.
• Professional certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), or equivalent are preferred.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality services, fostering collaboration, and driving results in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Management, or a related field
• Minimum ten (10) years’ experience water and wastewater management, with a focus on program management, project management, construction management, or inspection services
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in working with clients in Southern California leading and managing water and wastewater construction projects.

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Master’s degree
• Professional certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), or equivalent
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to effectively plan, organize, and prioritize tasks, manage budgets and schedules, and mitigate risks
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients, stakeholders, and project teams and effectively convey technical information to diverse audiences
• Commitment to delivering high-quality services, fostering collaboration, and driving results in a fast-paced, client-focused environment