Portfolio Leader- Water (Metro Atlanta)

As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front.

Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and inspire change for your community.

You’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to build positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.

We’re seeking a Portfolio Leader who can elevate strategic growth and deepen GHD’s influence across a defined portfolio of priority water clients within the Atlanta market. This role leads the charge in building trusted, long-term partnerships by anticipating client needs and connecting them with the full breadth of GHD’s technical and advisory capabilities. With a focus on proactive engagement and exceptional delivery, this leader ensures clients experience sustained value and a seamless path to achieving their goals.

In response to steady growth within our Water/Wastewater business, our East Region Water group is looking to bring onboard a motivated Portfolio Leader to oversee the expansion of GHD’s Water business in the Metropolitan Atlanta area. The Portfolio Leader will own the growth and performance of GHD’s greater metro Atlanta water business, setting and executing portfolio strategy for key public-sector clients. This leader identifies and converts client needs, capital programs, and regulatory drivers into actionable growth strategies—aligning technical expertise, client relationships, and delivery teams to win work, expand trusted-advisor relationships, and build a scalable, high-performing water practice across the metro region

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  Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or a related technical field

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  15+ years of related project experience in the water, wastewater process or conveyance infrastructure field along with strong experience working with municipal clients.

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  Strong client focus with at least 5 years serving municipal clients in Metro-Atlanta preferred (i.e. DeKalb, Fulton, Gwinnett, Clayton and City of Atlanta).

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  Progressive experience in client relationship development/management and business development with strong client relationships

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  Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to conduct effective client presentations and written report preparation

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  Ability to present technical information, both written and orally, in a concise and professional manner; must have strong technical writing skills

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