Section Manager - Stormwater & Utilities

Company: HNTB Corporation
Location: Boston
Posted on: April 23, 2025

Job Description:

Position or Keyword (Leave blank to see all)Section Manager - Stormwater & Utilities Boston , MassachusettsJob Category: Engineering GroupFull/Part Time: Full timeJob Type: RegularWhat We're Looking ForThe timing couldn't be better! Join HNTB as Stormwater & Utilities Section Manager in our Massachusetts office. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and developing a group of 4 to 7 drainage/stormwater and utility design engineers, providing technical expertise and managing and delivering transportation projects. We are looking for an engineer that is experienced and knowledgeable in drainage/stormwater/utility design throughout the design process. HNTB is delivering the largest and most complex transportation projects in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. You will be a technical expert and leader that can help win and deliver transportation projects for our public transportation agency clients. Candidates should be able to share their experience with others in a way that promotes the development of less experienced staff and improves the performance of the whole team.Primary Focus Will Include:

• Providing technical advice, mentoring, and support for HNTB management and staff.
• Interacting with clients regarding projects, technical matters and industry trends.
• Problem solving on complex transportation assignments.
• Managing multiple projects and/or serve as engineering lead on projects.
• Hiring & developing staff in the group, with an emphasis on mid and entry level engineers.
• Providing quality control for stormwater design and calculations for completeness and accuracy of engineering review for deliverables.
• Selecting software programs for project work and training staff on their use.The right candidate:
• Has significant breadth and depth of technical experience in stormwater design.
• Has sound experience with utility relocation design standards and practices.
• Develops concept-level design solutions for corridors, intersections, and interchanges.
• Has experience coordinating with other disciplines such as Environmental and Structural.
• Has proficiency delivering projects for MassDOT, the MBTA, Massport, and/or RIDOT.
• Enjoys opportunities to advise and guide staff throughout the design stages, including time devoted to mentoring and growing skills of less experienced staff.
• Provides technical guidance as requested on complex or unusual engineering projects.
• Evaluates designs and analyses for completeness and fit.What You'll Do:
• Develops, monitors and manages the section's operating budget in support of the group or office operating budget and forecast updates.
• Responsible for the management, growth and professional development of discipline-specific engineering section. Coordinates section activities establishes priorities and staff to jobs. Ensures staff development, mentoring and training needs are being met. Collaborates with other Sections and Departments within the office on work-sharing needs and opportunities.
• Supports the implementation of the firm's strategic plan and HNTB's Sophisticated Sales Approach (SSA) process on project pursuits in the Section and office, including development of Section-level strategic planning strategies.
• Supports the implementation of the firm's contracting (SCA) process through project delivery and contracting activities including scope, work plan and fee reviews for all contracting activities impacting the Section.
• Supports the implementation of the firm's project delivery (SDA) process including Work Planning, Monthly Project Reviews and other project performance methods to ensure quality work, on time, on schedule, to the client's satisfaction.
• Assists in marketing responsibilities, including client discovery, proposal generation, interviews, and win-to-work activities.
• Maintains client contacts to ensure client satisfaction.
• Recruits, hires, develops and retains section staff, including development of plan for staff reporting, performance and compensation reviews, and succession.
• Manages assigned project management activities (project scope, schedule, budget and quality management) and performs technical discipline tasks including research, reports, design, specifications and plan preparation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 8 years of practical experience including 2 years of leadership experience.What We Prefer:
  • 10 years of relevant experience.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) certification in MA or RI.
  • Experience with Civil 3D, StormCAD, HydroCAD, or PondPack.
  • 2D open channel hydraulic modeling.Additional InformationVisa sponsorship is not available for this position.Locations:Boston, MAAt HNTB, we are harnessing the power of collaboration and innovation to establish a new vision for the future of mobility across our country. You don't have to look far to see our impact. For more than a century, HNTB's spark has connected people and places, expanded opportunity, and left a lasting impact on our communities. Our culture of integrity and inclusion, combined with groundbreaking solutions, has affirmed our reputation and positioned our firm as the industry leader in delivering extraordinary value.When you join HNTB, you are joining an employee-owned firm founded on the values of integrity, collaboration, personal accountability, respect for others, and the development of all employees. We are committed to the continual improvement of an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage our employees to bring their whole and authentic selves to work, provide them a meaningful welcoming environment where they are valued, celebrated and respected. Diversity of thought and unique perspectives drives innovation, engagement and retention, which makes HNTB better and brings value to our clients and our communities.
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