Discipline Lead - Water Resource

Water Resources Discipline Lead - Omaha, NE (Office Starter Role)

Are you ready to take the lead in building something from the ground up-with the support and resources of an established, forward-thinking firm behind you? Do you want to be the go-to expert in your discipline, lead impactful projects, and shape the future of water infrastructure in a thriving region?

Our client, a respected and growing engineering firm with a strong reputation in water resources, is looking for a Water Resources Discipline Lead to launch and grow their presence in Omaha, Nebraska. As the foundational hire for this discipline in the Omaha office, you'll have the opportunity to help shape local strategy, culture, and client relationships-while collaborating closely with experienced teams in other locations.

About the Role:

As the Water Resources Discipline Lead, you'll be the local face of the firm's water resources practice-spearheading business development, managing complex projects, and building a high-performing team. You'll have the entrepreneurial spirit of starting something new, backed by a deep bench of technical experts, project managers, and marketing resources from other offices.

This is a unique leadership opportunity for someone ready to take the next step in their career, leave their mark on a new market, and make a real impact on the communities of Nebraska and the surrounding region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the technical and strategic lead for all water resources projects in the Omaha region.

• Lead and grow a local team, with support from other offices.

• Manage projects related to stormwater, flood control, watershed planning, green infrastructure, and water quality.

• Build and maintain strong client relationships with municipalities, state agencies, and utility partners.

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and funding sources.

• Collaborate with firmwide leadership on strategic growth planning and resource sharing.

• Mentor junior staff and foster a positive, growth-oriented culture in the Omaha office.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Environmental,or similar
Licensure: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Nebraska or ability to obtain within 6 months.
Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in water resources engineering.

• Proven project management and business development track record.

• Prior experience in stormwater modeling, drainage design, flood mitigation, and/or hydrologic and hydraulic analysis.

• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and mentoring staff.

• Familiarity with funding programs (FEMA, NRCS, Clean Water SRF, etc.) and permitting processes.

Why This Role Stands Out:

• Startup Energy + Big Firm Support: Build a practice from the ground up-with the resources, systems, and network of a well-established firm.

• Autonomy & Influence: Play a key role in shaping office direction, culture, and strategy.

• Career Growth: Step into a leadership track with visibility and support at the executive level.

• Impactful Work: Lead projects that directly enhance resilience, sustainability, and public health.

• Collaborative Culture: Work across offices with passionate, supportive teammates who want to see you succeed.

A Day in the Life:

You might kick off the day with a call to senior leadership about upcoming pursuits, then lead a local meeting with a city official about stormwater challenges. You'll review technical deliverables, check in with your project teams across offices, and strategize on staffing for an upcoming watershed plan. You'll be the connector between the local community and a national network of engineering expertise.

This Is Your Opportunity to Lead Something Meaningful.

If you're ready to build, lead, and grow-with purpose and support-this is the role for you. Join a firm that values innovation, people-first leadership, and making a real difference through engineering.

Apply now and start shaping the future of water in Omaha.