Water/Wastewater Practice Leader Remote (California Based) | Full-Time | Executive Leadership An established and growing engineering and consulting firm is seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Practice Leader to build, lead, and expand its municipal water infrastructure business. This is a unique executive-level opportunity for an entrepreneurial professional who wants the freedom and autonomy to shape a practice, develop client relationships, build a team, and drive strategic growth. The successful candidate will have extensive experience serving municipal and utility clients and a proven track record of developing business, managing teams, and delivering complex water, wastewater, recycled water, and stormwater projects. This role offers the opportunity to establish a long-term vision for a growing practice while receiving the support and resources of a well-established consulting organization. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, relationship builder, and industry leader who is motivated by the opportunity to grow a business line, influence company direction, and create a lasting impact within the water sector. Key Responsibilities Practice Leadership Lead the strategic growth and direction of the water/wastewater practice. Develop and execute business plans, growth initiatives, and market expansion strategies. Help establish the firm's presence within municipal and utility markets. Business Development & Client Management Build and maintain relationships with municipalities, utilities, agencies, and other key stakeholders. Identify and pursue new project opportunities. Lead client development efforts, proposals, presentations, and contract negotiations. Serve as a trusted advisor to clients and industry partners. Project & Technical Leadership Provide executive oversight and technical guidance for planning, design, and construction projects. Support delivery of water, wastewater, recycled water, and stormwater infrastructure projects. Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to high-quality standards. Provide senior-level expertise in utility infrastructure planning, asset management, conveyance systems, treatment facilities, rehabilitation, and capital improvement programs. Team Building & Mentorship Recruit, mentor, and develop engineering and technical staff. Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment. Support succession planning and long-term organizational growth. Strategic Growth Evaluate market trends, funding opportunities, regulatory drivers, and emerging technologies. Collaborate with executive leadership on long-range business objectives. Help expand service offerings and strengthen market presence. Industry Engagement Represent the firm through participation in professional organizations, conferences, and industry events. Maintain awareness of evolving industry trends, regulations, and best practices. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline. Professional Engineer (PE) license in CA required. 15+ years of experience in consulting engineering with a focus on water, wastewater, stormwater, or utility infrastructure. Demonstrated success leading teams, managing projects, and developing client relationships. Experience growing a practice, business unit, regional operation, or market sector strongly preferred. Established network within municipal, utility, industrial, or regulatory communities. Strong understanding of utility planning, hydraulic modeling, infrastructure design, and rehabilitation programs. Experience overseeing multidisciplinary engineering teams and complex infrastructure projects. Excellent communication, leadership, business development, and project management skills. Why This Opportunity? 100% remote flexibility Executive-level leadership role Significant autonomy to shape and grow the water/wastewater business Opportunity to build a team and establish a long-term market presence Direct access to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Strong organizational support, resources, and investment for growth Ability to create a lasting impact within a growing engineering practice

Compensation:

$200,000

• $300,000, based on experience This opportunity is ideal for a senior water industry professional who is interested in moving beyond project delivery and taking ownership of the growth, strategy, and future direction of a water/wastewater practice. Job Alerts Get job alerts Share Copied to clipboard Related roles Superintendent
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