Dallas Water Resources Team Lead

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Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. Job Description The Surface Water Division of AECOM is actively seeking a Dallas Water Resources Team Lead to drive the growth, technical excellence, and project delivery of our water resources practice across the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. This hybrid leadership role will be responsible for developing client relationships, leading business development efforts, mentoring technical staff, and overseeing the successful delivery of complex water resources projects. This is a role based in AECOM’s Dallas office, with the possibility of some work being performed remotely. The ideal candidate will be a recognized leader in H&H modeling, floodplain management, stormwater management, and water resources engineering with an established network of local, state, and federal clients in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. This individual will serve as a seller/doer who combines technical expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership skills to expand AECOM’s market presence and deliver innovative solutions to our clients. The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to : Win work by leading and/or supporting major pursuits. Cultivate and sustain strong relationships with key strategic clients to enhance AECOM’s market presence, secure major opportunities, and support project delivery. Promote a client-focused culture through team leadership. Leads and develops high performing team members and teams. Maximizes engagement and retention, demonstrating embodiment of AECOM’s cultural standards; foster an inclusive environment where staff succeed and fulfill their potential. Active involvement in business and staff development across the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, and collaboration with other offices within AECOM’s West Region and beyond. Working with regional Water Business Line leadership on local and regional initiatives. Skills & Attributes Impactful with senior business leaders, project teams, and clients. Engages and motivates staff through a clear vision and direction. Communicating with confidence – builds broad and deep external networks, uses a full range of available communication mediums to inspire and engage others. Demonstrates empathy, understanding, and active listening skills, elicits and is receptive to feedback, encourages others to speak up. Passionate about creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive team and demonstrates behavior aligned with AECOM’s Equity Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I) vision. Role models standards and expectations – seeks excellence, communicates frequently and clearly, is strategic, is results-focused, is accountable, makes fact-based decisions, innovates, and collaborates. Experienced in successfully managing complex projects and meeting delivery requirements. Builds high performance teams, is an architect and leader of change, expands capability and capacity, drives flawless execution. Demonstrated commercial acumen, and the ability to develop a strong client base. Qualifications Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a related field, plus 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education. Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas or ability to obtain within 6 months of work. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field. 2+ years of leadership experience. 5+ years of proven Project Management experience. PMP Certification or comparable project management credentials preferred. Experience or interest in business operations and internal finance. Advanced knowledge of hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software and GIS platforms, including HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, ArcGIS Pro, and related engineering tools. Strong team leader with excellent interpersonal skills who effectively works with and supports team members. Collaborative; shares knowledge, experience, ideas, and expertise for the betterment of the wider group and self. Is diligent and able to work consistently to deadlines under tight time frames. Good understanding of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex market and state agencies, and ability to support marketing efforts in pursuing work. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience presenting to technical audience and public stakeholders. Willingness to participate in professional organizations such as ASCE, TFMA, ASFPM or related industry associations. Additional Information Sponsorship is not available now or in the future for this role. At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment. About AECOM AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options , well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. What makes AECOM a great place to work You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.