Vice President, Water at Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Plano, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Water Resources, Wastewater Engineering, Stormwater Management, Project Management, Financial Management, Business Development, Client Management, Team Leadership, Regulatory Compliance, Technical Excellence, Strategic Planning, Mentorship, Collaboration, Risk Management, Quality Systems, Safety Practices

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

Description Vice President, Water Westwood Professional Services, Inc. The Vice President, Water will lead Westwood’s Water market sector, overseeing water/wastewater infrastructure services such as: wastewater treatment, water resources, stormwater, and other related public infrastructure services. This role will guide market strategy, financial performance, project delivery, and team development across water-focused disciplines. The Vice President is responsible for growing Westwood’s footprint in municipal water/wastewater utilities, flood control, drainage infrastructure, hydrologic/hydraulic modeling, and treatment facility design. The role emphasizes client satisfaction, technical excellence, and strategic expansion aligned with the Public Infrastructure Division. Strategic & Market Leadership Define and implement the strategic plan for the Water sector, including market expansion, service-line growth, and revenue targets. Monitor regulatory requirements (EPA, state environmental agencies, FEMA, etc.), emerging technologies, and funding mechanisms to inform growth strategies. Identify and cultivate opportunities in municipal utilities, water districts, flood control authorities, and regional water agencies. Operational & Financial Management Lead financial management of the Water sector, including P&L oversight, budgeting, forecasting, and risk management. Ensure efficient operations and high-quality project execution across water resources, wastewater, stormwater, and treatment design teams. Implement and promote consistent processes, quality systems, and safety practices. Business Development & Client Management Drive business development initiatives, including proposal leadership, capture planning, and positioning for major water infrastructure programs. Maintain and expand relationships with public utilities, water districts, municipalities, and regulatory agencies. Represent Westwood in water-related industry associations and forums. Team Leadership & Development Lead a team of project managers, technical specialists, and discipline leads across water-focused engineering fields. Support recruitment, training, mentorship, performance management, and staff retention. Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence within the Water practice. Collaboration & Enterprise Alignment Collaborate with Transportation, Energy, Land Development, and Corporate Services to leverage synergies and pursue integrated opportunities. Ensure compliance with engineering licensure requirements, quality standards, and internal governance Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field required; Master’s preferred. Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred (ability to obtain multistate licensure preferred). Minimum of 12+ years of progressive experience in water resources, wastewater, stormwater, or utility engineering; 5+ years in a leadership role. Proven track record in municipal or regional water/wastewater programs, including planning, design, and program delivery. Strong financial, operational, and business development skills. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills. Familiarity with regulatory frameworks, funding programs, and permitting across water-sector agencies.

Responsibilities

The Vice President, Water will lead Westwood’s Water market sector, overseeing water/wastewater infrastructure services and guiding market strategy, financial performance, project delivery, and team development. This role emphasizes client satisfaction, technical excellence, and strategic expansion aligned with the Public Infrastructure Division.