Water Infrastructure Practice Leader

Water Infrastructure Practice Leader Civil Science - 3.8 Las Vegas, NV Job Details 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Employee stock ownership plan Life insurance Qualifications Pipeline design Water utility distribution Business development management Managing water infrastructure teams Project engineering Water storage Customer relationship building Business development within consulting Managing projects in an engineering role Talent management Civil construction project management Leadership development Team development Driver's License Managing engineering teams Bachelor's degree Engineering project budget management Working on construction projects in a civil infrastructure role Pipeline engineering Customer relationship management Client management Mentoring Utility construction projects Sales development Leading team collaboration initiatives Bachelor's degree in civil engineering Water supply systems Professional Engineer Pipeline Managing civil engineering project budgets Full Job Description Civil Science is seeking a Water Infrastructure Practice Leader to establish and lead our firmwide water infrastructure practice. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a seasoned water professional who is passionate about building teams, growing client relationships, and delivering critical water infrastructure projects that serve communities throughout the region. As the Water Infrastructure Practice Leader, you will provide technical leadership, support project delivery, drive business development, and unify water expertise across multiple offices and disciplines. You will help shape the strategic direction of our water services while mentoring the next generation of engineering leaders. While the primary focus of this role is water infrastructure, candidates with experience in wastewater systems, stormwater infrastructure, drainage, and integrated utility planning are highly desired. Civil Science anticipates continued growth in water, sewer, and drainage services, and this leader will play a key role in shaping that expansion. What You'll Do Practice Leadership & Growth Lead the development and expansion of Civil Science's water infrastructure practice. Create and execute growth strategies for water transmission, distribution, storage, source development, treatment, and utility infrastructure services. Build and strengthen relationships with municipal agencies, utility districts, irrigation entities, and other public-sector clients. Identify and pursue new business opportunities, proposals, and strategic partnerships. Support revenue growth and establish a sustainable project backlog. Technical Leadership Serve as the firm's technical authority for water infrastructure projects. Provide expert guidance on water transmission pipelines, distribution systems, storage facilities, source development, hydraulic modeling, and system planning. Deliver innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges. Ensure quality, risk management, and technical excellence across all projects. Project Delivery & Client Service Lead planning, design, and execution of complex municipal water infrastructure projects. Oversee project budgets, schedules, profitability, and client satisfaction. Support multidisciplinary project teams across offices and disciplines. Act as a trusted advisor to clients and stakeholders. Team Development Lead the firm's Water Expertise Group and foster collaboration across offices. Mentor engineers, project managers, and technical specialists. Develop training programs and knowledge-sharing initiatives. Help recruit, retain, and develop top water infrastructure talent. Projects You'll Support Water transmission pipeline systems Water distribution improvements Water storage tanks and reservoirs Water source development projects (wells, springs, and source facilities) Hydraulic modeling and master planning Capital improvement programs Utility relocations associated with transportation projects Emerging water treatment opportunities What We're Looking For Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. Professional Engineer (PE) license. 12+ years of progressively responsible experience in water infrastructure engineering and project management. Demonstrated success leading municipal water infrastructure projects from planning through construction. Strong client relationship management and business development experience. Proven ability to lead teams, mentor staff, and build technical capabilities.

Experience with:

Water transmission and distribution systems Water storage facilities Water source development Hydraulic modeling and system master planning Utility coordination and underground infrastructure Project and financial management Preferred Qualifications Water treatment experience. Water rights experience. Sewer collection and treatment systems experience. Stormwater and drainage experience. Regional utility planning experience. Funding and grant program knowledge. Experience with SCADA and control systems. Preferred Software Experience InfoWater Pro / InfoWater WaterGEMS / WaterCAD ArcGIS Pro Civil 3D HAMMER InfoSewer / SewerGEMS / Sewer

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InfoDrarinage / Storm

CAD / HEC RAS / HEC HMS

Bluebeam and AutoCAD platforms Why Join Civil Science? Ownership in

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At Civil Science, we're proud to be a 100% employee-owned firm. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), you'll have the chance to grow your career and save for retirement. Room to

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Say goodbye to corporate red tape. Our agile structure empowers you to take ownership of projects, explore new roles, and accelerate your career.

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Your time outside of work matters. We offer flexibility to ensure your career complements your personal life. Comprehensive Benefits (Fulltime Employees): Enjoy three weeks of PTO, eight holidays, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K plan. About Civil Science Civil Science isn't just another engineering firm—we're a 100% employee-owned company with over 40 years of expertise and a bold vision for the future. Our team of talented engineers, surveyors, planners, and technicians partners with clients across the public and private sectors to deliver innovative and impactful solutions. At Civil Science, we believe in investing in our people. As an employee-owner, you'll enjoy unmatched opportunities for leadership, mentorship, and career growth, all within a culture that values collaboration, excellence, and entrepreneurial spirit. If you're ready to join a firm that's shaping the future of civil engineering, we'd love to have you on our team! Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be able to pass both a criminal background check and driving record review. Civil Science evaluates and determines on a case-by-case basis whether it is willing to sponsor an individual to receive a temporary or permanent work visa (e.g., E-3, H-1B, H-1B1, or TN visa status). Civil Science provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.