Water Resources Section Head

Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson Inc. • Richmond, VA • 14h ago

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Summary: JMT is seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to help shape the future of Water Resources in our Richmond office. This is a unique opportunity to drive growth, build a high-performing team, and expand our presence across the Central Virginia region and beyond while delivering impactful, resilient solutions for our clients. Compensation for this position is $184,000 - $186,000, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.

In this role, the individual will not just manage projects-they will lead with purpose, advancing JMT's core focus on people, projects, performance, profit, and promotion both internally and externally. They will champion business development, oversee financial performance, mentor the next generation of water resources leaders, and play a pivotal role in expanding the firm's presence across Virginia.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with entrepreneurial drive-someone who thrives on building client relationships, pursuing new opportunities, and delivering innovative solutions in stormwater, drainage, and water resources engineering. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate across JMT's regional offices, engage with key clients and industry leaders, and elevate our presence in Virginia's evolving regulatory and infrastructure landscape.

This role will support the continued growth of the Water Resources discipline in JMT's Richmond office, building on a strong, multi-discipline engineering team with an established transportation client base. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of Virginia stormwater regulations, demonstrated experience in stormwater and drainage design for transportation projects, and the ability to support municipalities with MS4 permit compliance and TMDL implementation. The position involves applying sound engineering principles to plan, organize, and execute design assignments, while also serving as a technical mentor to junior staff.

Why This Role Is Exciting

Shape the future of JMT's Water Resources practice in a high-growth area

Lead impactful projects that improve resilience, infrastructure, and communities

Build and mentor a team, leaving a lasting legacy in the profession

Engage with industry leaders and expand your professional network

Drive innovation and growth within a nationally recognized firm

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Lead Growth & Client Engagement

Drive the expansion of JMT's water resources practice in the Richmond/Central Virginia area through strategic business development and client relationship building

Serve as a visible leader in the industry by attending and participating in local and state conferences, client meetings, and professional organizations

Identify, pursue, and lead new opportunities, proposals, and interviews, positioning JMT for continued success

Strengthen partnerships with municipalities, agencies, and transportation clients

Build & Lead a High-Performing Team

Recruit, mentor, and develop a strong, collaborative team of water resources professionals

Provide coaching, career development, and performance feedback to support growth and succession planning

Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement

Deliver Technical Excellence

Oversee and contribute to the design of stormwater management, drainage, and erosion & sediment control systems

Ensure adherence to JMT's quality management processes and deliver high-quality engineering solutions

Lead and oversee Water Resources analysis, design, and modeling efforts for projects, including transportation initiatives, specialized Water Resources assignments, and work performed under other office-wide on-call contracts.

Lead and oversee Water Resources analysis, design, and modeling efforts for projects in the office, to include transportation projects, Water Resources specific assignments and projects, and other projects associated with the office on-call contracts

Guide teams through complex regulatory environments, including Virginia stormwater requirements, MS4 compliance, and TMDL implementation

Drive Operational & Financial Performance

Manage the financial performance of the water resources group, including budgeting, staffing, and profitability

Align resources with workload demands to maximize efficiency and project delivery

Contribute to the overall success of the office through strategic decision-making and performance management

Required SkillsRequired Experience

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field from an accredited program

Minimum of 15 years of experience in water resources engineering

Professional Engineer License or ability to obtain upon hire

Proven experience in project management, team leadership, and business development

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Qualifications Preferred

Expertise in Virginia stormwater regulations, MS4 programs, TMDL implementation, drainage design, stormwater management, and erosion and sediment control.

Experience in transportation-related Water Resources design and evaluation

Proficiency with industry tools such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, ORD, HEC-RAS, SWMM, or similar

Demonstrated success leading teams and managing staff performance

Experience working with Virginia-based local clients and agencies at the county and state level

Experience working with Chesterfield County, Henrico County, City of Richmond, City of Petersburg, and other local Central Virginia cities, municipalities, and counties.

Experience working with Virginia agencies including VDEQ, VDCR, and VDOT

Experience with Virginia stormwater regulations, MS4 compliance, TMDL implementation, stormwater management, drainage design, and erosion and sediment control,

Experience with MicroStation/AutoCAD and ORD

Supervisory experience

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.

Benefits

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company paid Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Caregiver Leave Program

401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Career Development Programs

And more...

Benefits | JMT (https://jmt.com/careers/benefits/)

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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