Master Planning & Hydraulic Modeling Practice Lead - #1404140

Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering and environmental consulting services today, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using new advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, and award-winning water reuse projects. We are known for our dedication to industry-leading client service and tailored solutions.

Kennedy Jenks is seeking a collaborative and forward-thinking leader to drive the growth of our Master Planning & Hydraulic Modeling Practice. This team focuses on utility system master planning and hydraulic modeling services for water, sewer, recycled water, and stormwater systems, helping public agencies make informed infrastructure decisions.

This is a great opportunity for a strategic and motivated leader with a passion for delivering impactful solutions in a collaborative consulting environment. You’ll oversee and grow our national practice, with opportunities for career development across technical leadership, management, and business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Practice Leadership: Develop and execute strategy to grow the Master Planning & Hydraulic Modeling Practice. Provide leadership for Practice team and work with client service managers to develop and foster opportunities nationwide. Identify project needs, propose solutions, and lead client meetings to secure new business opportunities. Contribute to marketing and proposal efforts, including the preparation of winning proposals, scopes of work, and budgets for various projects.
• Team Management: Develop team growth strategy that is aligned with the overall Practice strategy. Recruit and hire new team engineers. Supervise and support hydraulic modeling staff, including mentoring junior engineers.
• Project Management: Oversee master planning and hydraulic modeling projects. Coordinate with sub-consultants for scope, schedule, and budget. Communicate with clients to establish project goals and schedule. Coordinate internally for project resource allocation. Deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the client's satisfaction.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in water/wastewater infrastructure projects, including 2+ years in a project management role.
• California Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain California PE registration within 6 months of hire.
• Experience with distribution and collection system master planning and hydraulic modeling.
• Strong technical knowledge of the water/wastewater industry.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent client service and interact positively with clients.
• Experience supporting business development.
• Ability to travel to project sites and other Kennedy Jenks offices as needed.
  
  

Work Flexibility

Kennedy Jenks supports a healthy work-life balance and utilizes a hybrid model of home and office work to empower our team members to thrive and achieve their full potential.

Compensation

Salary range for this position is expected to be between $150,000 and $235,000, and may vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications, and geographic location.

Benefits

Kennedy Jenks offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs.

As an employee-owned firm, Kennedy Jenks offers a unique company culture with a corporate commitment to maintaining a positive work/life experience with a flexible hybrid work environment. Kennedy Jenks provides competitive compensation that will vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, skills, licensure/certifications, seniority, and geographic location. We offer a full benefits package.

Kennedy Jenks is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.