Utility Management Services Regional Director, Southeast

Blue Cypress is seeking a Utility Management Services (UMS) Regional Director to support current projects and oversee the staff of our utility management consulting services group in the Southeast. This position will work closely with our existing UMS staff in Atlanta, Seattle, and Cincinnati, seeking to expand work with current clients in the Southeast and beyond, win work with new clients, expand our services, and facilitate career development of staff. It is our intent to maintain our strong presence in the Atlanta area and continue growing our presence in the region. As an integral part of our business development and technical team, the UMS Regional Director will manage client projects, lead/mentor early-, mid-and senior-career staff, develop and maintain client relationships, and lead business development activities. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 15 years of experience primarily as a utility management and/or engineering consultant at an A&E firm; public sector experience is also valued. The successful candidate will have a strong professional network within the Atlanta metro-area and a technical focus on water, wastewater, and/or stormwater systems or management of transportation systems (transit, highway, airport). This candidate must have a successful track record of leadership and mentorship, delivering projects on time and on budget, developing and maintaining client relationships, managing complex projects, leading business development activities, and working closely with a team made up of supervisor and peers. They should thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and exemplify Blue Cypress's values: Collaboration, Strategic Development, and Improvement-Oriented Growth.This person will be expected to develop and lead these potential types of projects for clients: conduct strategic planning efforts, perform operational assessments, lead business transformation projects, examine the effectiveness of information management tools and the data generated, design and conduct analyses to identify actionable insight, effectively communicate recommendations in writing and in presentations to a variety of audiences, design improvement strategies and initiatives, and support implementation of new business practices, information management tools, etc.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Necessary accommodations will be provided in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and state or local law.The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to list ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.Responsibilities include:Provide specialized management consulting services in areas that may include: strategic planning, infrastructure management/asset management, operational optimization/lean processes, regulatory support, maintenance management, capital planning/forecasting, system planning, technology selection/on-boarding, data management/analytics/visualization, etc. More detailed related duties may include:Plan, design, and implement operations and maintenance optimization and capital planning and renewal strategies for water, wastewater, and/or stormwater for utilities or transportation systems (transit, highway, airport)Design and oversee analyses on large infrastructure datasets, such as GIS, computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), customer information systems, condition assessment/inspection databases, capacity assessment/hydraulic modeling, etc.Perform services on-site as necessary to support client engagementPerform project management on concurrent large, complex projects and successfully deliver these on time and on budget. Plan and designate project resources, prepare budgets, monitor progress, and keep clients and internal staff informed throughout the duration of the projectPerform quality control and quality assurance reviews of deliverables in accordance with Blue Cypress policy, including project management reviewsMaintain and grow client relationships and assess client needs with the goal of delivering tailored, cost effective, solutions. Lead business development activities such as client engagement, proposal writing, and presentationsBe accountable for Southeast UMS related operations metrics such as utilization, workload management, accuracy of timesheets and expense reports, and other metrics as assignedWork in a fast-paced environment with oversight from the UMS Director. Take direction from and proactively communicate to multiple internal stakeholdersCollaborate regarding internal strategic business planning and lead or support internal strategic initiatives Be responsible for developing business development strategies in collaboration with the UMS Director and the Marketing & Business Development Manager. Be responsible for implementation including identifying leads, making decisions on pursuits and related investments, and the quality of proposalsSupervise, delegate, and oversee work of early-, mid-, and senior-career staffMentor early-, mid-, and senior-career staff including Giving timely, constructive feedbackBeing responsible for professional development planningMaintain and promote Blue Cypress cultureImplement and promote Blue Cypress policies, processes, and proceduresPeriodic travel requiredPerform other related duties as necessary or assignedMinimum QualificationsBachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related technical disciplineMinimum of 15 years of experience primarily as an engineering consultant in an Atlanta A/E firm; public sector experience also valued. Focus on water, wastewater or stormwater systems or transportation systems (transit, highway, airport)Advanced proficiency in utility management and asset management consulting servicesDemonstrated strong project management skills with ability to effectively manage collaborative teams with concurrent projects and deadlinesEstablished network of professional contacts in utility field within the Southeastern region, particularly Atlanta-metro, including local engineering firms and utility clientsProven ability to establish and grow client baseStrong written and verbal communication skillsEnthusiasm, professionalism, creativity, and strong interpersonal skills Ability to receive and act upon constructive feedbackOutstanding critical thinking skillsMust be detail-oriented and able to prioritize, multitask, and organize complex projects Strong interest in local government and public agency operations and management, utility management, and asset management consulting servicesAbility to periodically travel to utilities across the region or countryPreferred QualificationsMaster's degree in engineering, public administration, business administration, environmental science, or other technical graduate science degree Licensed professional engineer (PE) in the State of GeorgiaExperience in environmental regulatory spaceCertification in Asset ManagementCertified Project Management Professional (PMP)Required software proficiencies include:Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, OneNote, Sharepoint)Preferred software proficiencies include:Microsoft specialized applications (Access, Power Query, PowerPivot, Visio, Project)Proficient in creating pivot tables, pivot charts, writing formulas (e.g., performing v-lookups) within Microsoft ExcelWriting queries and joining tables within Microsoft Access or similar SQL environmentEsri ArcGIS ArcMap and/or Pro and various extensions such as Spatial AnalystEsri Apps including Workforce, Survey123, Collector, etc.Understanding of industry software such as Trimble Cityworks, Central Square's Lucity, Infor/Hansen, IBM Maximo, InfoAsset Planner, hydraulic and hydrological modeling, CCTV, FOG, Fleet, etc. Understanding of data warehouse and business intelligence tools such as Tableau, Qlik, Power BI, etc.Supervisory Responsibilities:This position will include supervision of personnel.Travel:There is potential travel of approximately 25%, consisting primarily of travel within the local Metropolitan Area (e.g. driving to client sites, attending meetings/conferences, etc.) with some travel that may be required out of state.Work AuthorizationApplicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.Work Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This is a hybrid position (in office/remote). We offer a telecommute option to work once a week from the office, with a minimum of 6 times per month at the office, and the remainder of the time to work from home. If desired, employees may work up to every day in the office instead of at home. During onboarding, new hires may be required to work more frequently in-person at the office. While in the office, the employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment. Smoking and vaping shall be prohibited in all enclosed areas within the workplace. Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times