Regional Water Resources Lead

Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson Inc. • York, PA • 1d ago

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,700 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firm

Position Summary

We are seeking an energetic and technically adept leader to serve as the Regional Water Resources Leader for Pennsylvania and Ohio. This senior-level role will oversee strategic growth, technical excellence, and financial performance across the water resources portfolio in this region. The ideal candidate combines strong leadership, business development acumen, and deep technical expertise in water resources engineering.

Strategic Leadership & Business Development

Lead regional strategy: grow presence in PA & OH water resources markets, identify opportunities, and coordinate growth plan with office leaders and practice leaders

Cultivate and maintain relationships with key clients (e.g., state DOTs, municipalities, etc.)

Guide proposal development and marketing efforts to secure new projects and expand regionally

Technical & Project Oversight

Act as a technical authority on water resources projects: stormwater management, drainage design, modeling (HEC-RAS, SWMM, ICPR), permitting, restoration, MS4 compliance, and watershed-scale planning

Support, mentor, and elevate project managers and technical staff in water-resource deliverables

Financial & Operational Leadership

Drive financial success by assisting with the management of budgets, resource allocation, staffing forecasts, and increasing profitability across regional projects

Collaborate with office and service line leaders to align regional staffing and operations

Team Management & Development

Develop, coach, and manage water resources teams across the region

Interview and make recommendations for hiring staff for the practice

Conduct performance reviews, set goals, and provide ongoing feedback to foster professional growth

Additional Duties

Participate in internal leadership teams; contribute to cross-regional initiatives

Assume additional responsibilities as needed to support overarching firm objectives

Required Skills

Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening

Abi lity to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-production environment

Capable of building successful team relationships with foundation of trust and respect, and maintaining positive coworker relationships

Ability to motivate and inspire others

Demonstrate organized practices

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Self-starter with full ability to operate independently with substantial autonomy

Required Experience

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in PA and OH or the ability to obtain licensure within 6 months.

Minimum 12 years of experience in water resources engineering, with prior leadership, project management, or business development roles

Demonstrated expertise in hydraulic/hydrologic modeling and design software (e.g., HEC-RAS, SWMM, OpenRoads Designer, Civil 3D, ArcGIS)

Strong knowledge of permitting processes, stormwater regulations, MS4 compliance, TMDL, and regional environmental guidelines

Experience working with local clients at the state, county and municipal level

Exceptional leadership, communication, and client relationship skills

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment. Travel between offices within Pennsylvania & Ohio is required, as well as occasional site visits.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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