Practice Leader - Water/Wastewater

Description

• Mentor and grow the team, promoting professional development, knowledge sharing, and ensuring project success.
• Develop and execute a strategic vision for the local water resource practice, identifying opportunities for growth and new business.
• Lead, manage, and expand practice teams for complex, multi-discipline projects in water/wastewater treatment, pumping systems, and large diameter conveyance.
• Provide strategic leadership, setting clear goals, business planning, and ensuring smooth communication with partners and team members.
• Engage with clients, building and maintaining long-term relationships while identifying new opportunities for collaboration.
• Ensure project profitability while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and compliance.
• Established network of client contacts with local municipalities, area counties, water management authorities, and local, regional, and state agencies.
• Drive business development efforts, taking the lead on proposal writing, client engagement, and networking within the industry.

Requirements

• Proven ability to manage and mentor staff, leading teams to successful project outcomes while fostering professional growth.
• 15+ years of experience in civil engineering, with a focus on design and management of utility water projects.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, with specialized expertise in water/wastewater systems and utilities.
• Client-focused mindset, with a passion for solving complex project problems and delivering exceptional service.
• Demonstrated success in managing projects profitably, ensuring projects meet budget, scope, and timeline requirements.
• Proven business development skills, including a strong track record of winning and leading projects and securing new work.
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills, with the ability to effectively engage clients and collaborate across all levels of the organization.

Benefits

• Autonomy to lead and grow your own practice, supported by a firm that values entrepreneurial leadership.
• Exceptional benefits package, including 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, generous
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Exceptional benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, 401(k) matching, generous PTO, and more.
• Salary Range: $140,000- $200,000
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Significant career growth potential with the opportunity to shape the future of a growing water/wastewater practice.
• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
• Impressive compensation package, including a lucrative bonus program and the potential for ownership.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus a lucrative bonus program rewarding performance and business growth.

Training + Development

Interview process

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