Water Infrastructure Business Leader

Overview

Lead water infrastructure projects, grow team and market in West US

Key Responsibilities

• design‑build
• project direction
• technical review
• commercial management
• proposal lead
• team leadership

Tasks

-Identify strategic hires and develop internal talent to support long-term growth. -Cultivate relationships with water utilities, public agencies, and municipal owners and contractors -Secure impactful work and repeat business through trusted client and collaborator partnerships -Direct large-scale, complex design-build and progressive design-build projects across civil and water sectors -Represent Arup in industry forums, promoting thought leadership and innovation -Identify high-impact engineering services opportunities in flood resilience, water resource management, green infrastructure, and urban development -Serve as Project Director and senior technical reviewer, ensuring quality and innovation while keeping a strong focus on winning work -Oversee commercial, contractual, and technical aspects of major infrastructure initiatives. Build client relationships with water utilities, public agencies, and municipal owners -Lead proposals, major pursuits, and marketing efforts aligned with Arup’s strategic goals -Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of engineers and consultants -Shape and refine the Water and Civil market strategy across the West

Requirements

• pe license
• bachelor's
• hydrology
• hydraulics
• water systems
• 15+ years

What You Bring

-Proven success in client-facing roles and business development across public, private and construction sectors, especially in the San Francisco and/or Los Angeles markets -Excellent communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams -Bachelor’s degree in civil, chemical, environmental, or water resources engineering or similar -A working technical knowledge in hydrology, hydraulics, civils, utilities, water/wastewater systems and underground construction, and sustainable engineering design practices -Insights into market trends, funding programs, partnership opportunities, and emerging technologies -Professional Engineering license (required; California registration strongly preferred) -Sound understanding of commercial and financial issues related to the professional engineering service delivery of major projects -15+ years of experience in civil and/or water infrastructure, including engineering service delivery for above and below-ground design-build projects

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About Arup

-Specializing in infrastructure, architecture, engineering, and urban planning. -Portfolio spans globally recognized projects, from landmark buildings to major transportation systems. -Engineers, designers, and planners deliver cutting-edge, innovative solutions that anticipate future needs. -Key projects include the Sydney Opera House, Crossrail in London, and the Eden Project in the UK. -Collaborative approach integrates diverse disciplines to create solutions that drive progress and innovation. -A global leader in engineering consultancy with a unique culture prioritizing creativity and client-centered solutions.

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