Director of Engineering

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Director of Engineering in Phoenix, AZ.

Overview: This role is responsible for leading and growing the Water/Wastewater Department while providing senior-level engineering and project management oversight across a range of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The position supports projects from concept development through design and construction while contributing to staff leadership, client coordination, and business development.

Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Management:

Lead and grow the Water/Wastewater Department

Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and staff supervision

Support hiring, performance management, and staff development

Engineering & Project Delivery:

Manage projects from concept through final design and construction support

Prepare construction documents, cost estimates, schedules, and work plans

Define scope, manage budgets, and coordinate sub-consultants

Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget

Maintain accurate project records

Technical Focus Areas:

Water and wastewater master planning

Infrastructure analysis and system evaluation

Water distribution, pumping, and treatment system design

Wastewater collection systems, lift stations, and treatment facilities

Well equipping and site/civil design

Client & Business Development:

Coordinate with stakeholders and regulatory agencies

Support public outreach and prepare presentations

Assist with marketing efforts and proposal development

Establish and maintain professional relationships

Bachelors of Science in Engineering or higher from an accredited university or college

Must possess 15 years of progressive experience and 10 years in project management

Municipal experience in water/wastewater

Experience managing water and wastewater projects

Demonstrated leadership and project management skills

Strong communication and organizational abilities

Preferred:

Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain

Experience leading a technical department or practice area

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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