Lone Tree, CO Job Details Full-time $120,000 - $185,000 a year 14 hours ago Benefits Wellness program Paid parental leave Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee stock ownership plan Qualifications Business development management Water treatment systems Customer relationship building Business development within consulting Team leadership Client rapport building Bachelor's degree in engineering Client retention Equipment inspection Client growth strategy Project leadership
Full Job Description Job Description:
Drinking Water Treatment Practice Leader Reports to: Practices Director -
Treatment & Facilities Direct Reports:
None Location Options:
Grand Forks, ND; Bismark, ND; Fargo, ND; Rapid City, SD; Maple Grove, MN; Sioux Falls, SD; Lehi, UT; Denver, CO; Boise, ID; Bozeman, MT; Great Falls, MT; Billings, MT; or Des Moines, IA Lead Drinking Water Innovation Across the United States At AE2S, this is more than a leadership role—it is an opportunity to shape the future of drinking water. We are looking for a Drinking Water Treatment Practice Leader to lead our practice across all locations, driving strategy, technical excellence, and growth in one of the most critical sectors in infrastructure. Practice leaders at AE2S focus on the Technologies, Trends, and Training for their respective practices. If you are a recognized leader in drinking water treatment, water infrastructure, or environmental engineering, this is your chance to make a national impact. Responsibilities You will lead the strategy, technical direction, and growth of AE2S' Drinking Water Treatment Practice. Set and drive the national vision for how we provide drinking water treatment services Partner across regions to grow teams, capabilities, and market presence Lead technical direction and elevate quality across all drinking water projects Identify emerging water treatment trends, regulations, and innovations and turn them into strategy Support major pursuits and build strong, lasting client relationships Mentor and develop engineers and technical leaders across multiple offices Why This Role Is Different This is not a regional role—it is a firmwide leadership position with the ability to: Influence how drinking water projects are delivered across multiple states Build and scale a nationally recognized practice Drive both technical excellence and business growth Collaborate with leadership across operations, client development, and strategy Technical Focus Areas Our Drinking Water Treatment teams focus on: Drinking water treatment design and optimization Surface water and groundwater systems (wells, intakes) Water treatment and facility planning Drinking water regulations and compliance Distribution system water quality What Success Looks Like Growth and expansion of AE2S' drinking water practice nationwide A strong and visible technical leadership presence in the market High-performing, engaged teams across offices Increased project wins and client partnerships What you Bring Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (or related) Professional Engineer (PE) license (or ability to obtain within 6 months) 10 or more years of experience in drinking water or water treatment engineering 2 years of leadership experience (team, project, or practice level) Strong client relationship and business development experience Proven ability to manage clients, win new clients, and retain clients Ability to travel about 25-percent All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations. Physical Requirements Ability to walk up to 3-miles on uneven terrain Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time Occasionally climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull light to moderate amounts of weight May require lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds, with rare lifting of up to 50 pounds Ability to inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. May be required to wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to, flame resistant clothing, hard hat, and protective footwear May require occasional evenings and weekends with overtime expectations varying with workload May be required to travel to off-site locations including occasional overnight stays out of town Why
AE2S AE2S
is an employee-owned engineering consulting firm focused on solving complex water challenges. You will have the opportunity to lead on a national scale while making a meaningful impact on communities across the country. AE2S offers more than just competitive compensation. We offer a best-in-class insurance package to our employees and families; our benefit plan is one of the richest plans currently in the marketplace today! 100-percent paid Family Health Insurance 100-percent paid Employee Dental, Short- & Long-Term Disability, and Vision Insurance Discretionary Bonus Plan Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Matching 401(k) Contributions Paid Time Off (PTO) Credits for
Past Experience Paid Parental Leave Wellness Program Anticipated Starting Salary:
$120,000 - $185,000+ per year DOE (Compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skillset, etc.) Position will remain posted until filled AE2S is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Disability Employer
