About this role
Rinker Design Associates, a DRMP company, Powered by Trilon (RDA) Galax office offers the close-knit team environment and quality of life that make Southwest Virginia a great place to live and work, without limiting opportunities for professional growth. Our local team provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve, while being part of the Trilon family of companies provides access to broader resources, projects, and professional opportunities. Lead. Build. Transform. Become the Face of RDA in the Galax Region. The Senior Engineering Manager is a senior leadership role responsible for technical excellence, strategic growth, and operational oversight within RDA’s engineering practice. This position combines high-level project leadership, client engagement, and staff development, serving as a key contributor to both regional success and RDA’s long-term organizational strategy. Are you ready to step into a high-impact role where your technical expertise, leadership, and vision can shape an entire region’s future? This is more than a job—it’s a rare opportunity to build something from the ground up with the full support of an established and growing firm. 💥 $10,000 sign-on bonus! 💥 Make Your Mark: Spearhead RDA’s regional presence, build a high-performing team, and lead with autonomy. Provide executive-level oversight and technical direction on complex Water/Wastewater and infrastructure projects. Lead with Vision: Act as a trusted advisor to key public-sector or institutional clients and oversee impactful infrastructure projects. Maintain and expand long-term client relationships throughout Virginia and the surrounding region. Shape Culture: Foster a collaborative, innovative, and engaging office environment that attracts top-tier talent. Launch & Lead: Take charge of establishing the office culture, hiring and mentoring a core team while setting strategic goals. Collaborate with Rinker Design Associates and Trilon Group leadership on growth initiatives and integration efforts. Deliver Excellence: Manage complex Water/Wastewater and infrastructure projects from planning through delivery. Serve as Engineer of Record as appropriate and ensure adherence to applicable state, federal, and industry standards. Inspire & Develop: Mentor engineers and cultivate a high-performance, people-first culture Oversee Operations: Ensure smooth day-to-day branch management including staffing, budgeting, and profitability. Review and approve engineering designs, calculations, plans, specifications, and deliverables.