Senior Vice President, Regional Business Line Leader, U.S. East Water, North

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Job Description

Reporting to the Regional Chief Executive with a matrixed reporting relationship to the Global Business Line (GBL) Water Chief Executive, this role will act as the leader of the Water business within the northeast sub-region, collaborating with the Regional CEO and leadership team, Water leaders in the region, Client Account Managers and other stakeholders to coordinate all Water matters in the sub-region. They will act as the focal point of day-to-day communication between the region and the GBL team to understand and communicate regional priorities, lead strategic regional Water bids and facilitate identification of future Water pursuits and provide oversight and ensure operational support to in-flight programs. This role will also play a critical part in the definition and implementation of the regional Water growth strategy. The role will reside within the North part of our East Region. Boston area is preferred, but not required.

About the Role

Generally responsible for providing strategic leadership of the region's Water business. Act as day-to-day liaison between the Regional Chief Executive and other regional Water leaders and the Water GBL team, providing regular feedback and facilitating wider conversations and partnering as appropriate. Accountable for setting and implementing business strategies, objectives, and financial outcomes. Advances the strategic direction of the business line and positions the business line for sustained and continued profitable growth consistent within the context of the strategic plan. Provides leadership within the region by communicating the strategy and objectives of the Water GBL. Participates in the development of region growth and business development strategy in collaboration with Water leaders, market sector leaders and account managers. Ensures the success and growth of the business line within the region and in collaboration with other regions.

Sales and Growth

Report and participate on all Water bids in the region. Own coordination of the forming of program teams as part of bids and mobilization. Work with the local CSO team to analyze and understand long, medium- and short-term Water opportunities to advise strategic planning and pursuit prioritization.

Water Operations

Work with local program managers to understand, oversee and report on the ongoing performance of programs in delivery to identify where support may be required for both Water and Advisory opportunities. Responsible for profitability and client satisfaction. May be responsible for region P&L including revenue generation, project margin achievement, DSO, G&A, project delivery, client satisfaction, staff utilization, safety, claims resolution and quality.

Capability Development (People, Practice and Tools)

Liaise with Strategic Resourcing Leaders and Human Resources to strategically manage Water resource levels and availability. Support the identification, pipelining, and succession planning for regional Water talent. Take a degree of responsibility for Water resources and application of Water / Water advisory methodologies in the region. Coordinate with regional digitization resources, where they exist.

Type of Person for This Role

Demonstrates creativity, foresight and mature judgment. Having a sound understanding of the Water market in the region.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications : BA / BS plus extensive years of Water Resources Leadership experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and / or education, including 6 years of leadership. Experience managing P&L including revenue generation, project margin achievement, DSO, G&A, project delivery, client satisfaction, staff utilization, safety, claims resolution and quality. Experience growing of a regional business and collaborating with other regions.

Additional Information

Relocation assistance is available for this position. Travel is required for this position. Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now, or in the future for this position. Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $280000 to $320000.

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ReqID : J10139482

Business Line : Water

Business Group : DCS

Strategic Business Unit : East

Career Area : Business Management

Work Location Model : Hybrid

Compensation : USD 280000 - USD 320000 - yearly