Local Service Lead - Water Resources

Job Title

Local Service Lead – Water Resources

San Antonio, Texas

Water Resources

Regular

Public Infrastructure

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is searching for a Local Service/Project Manager Lead in the San Antonio, Texas office. This position will drive and grow our water resources engineering practice. The role involves strategic planning, team development, innovation, and collaboration to enhance our market presence and technical excellence.

Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of progressive experience in design, management, and business development and at least 6 of those years in water resources engineering. Candidates must be licensed Professional Civil Engineers in Texas (or eligible within 6 months) and possess a strong project management and team leadership background.

With a focus on developing business strategies and advancing service initiatives, this position offers the opportunity to shape the future of water resources engineering.

• Strategic Leadership: Shape the future of our operations by implementing strategic plans and service initiatives that align with Westwood’s vision and market goals.
• Team Development: Foster a culture of mentoring and empowerment, nurturing the growth of our service staff and ensuring our teams are poised for success.
• Innovation and Excellence: Elevate our technical capabilities with your expertise, leading the charge in adopting innovative solutions and setting new standards in water resources engineering.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Division Service Leads, Regional Service Leaders, and local market leaders to develop business strategies, advance service initiatives, and drive Westwood’s market share.

• Partner with leadership to develop and enact a comprehensive strategic plan, focusing on short- and long-term growth.
• Lead service-specific proposal efforts, providing technical expertise and driving innovation in our project approaches.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, leveraging this insight to enhance our service offerings and project delivery methods.
• Implement and uphold high standards for our work products, from design standards to project reports, ensuring quality and consistency across the board.

• Leader with experience in project management, team building, and technical leadership.
• Ready to guide the team with strategic insight and a commitment to excellence.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies, building client relationships.
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of engaging effectively at all organizational levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a deep understanding of the water resources consulting business.
• Proven track record in operations, business development, and technical project management within the water resources or related sectors.
• Ability to travel as needed to project sites and other Westwood offices nationwide.

• 8+ years of progressive experience in design, management, and business development.
• 6+ years of experience in water resources engineering.
• Water resource experience in San Antonio, TX is preferred.
• Licensed Professional Civil Engineers in Texas (or ability to get licensed within 6 months).

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative “One Team” mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.

We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients’ success, driving to…