Water/Wastewater Technical Lead
Position: Technical Lead - Water/Wastewater Infrastructure (Hybrid, US-Based)
A leading engineering and infrastructure firm is seeking an experienced Technical Lead to oversee the design and delivery of complex municipal water and wastewater projects. This role offers the opportunity to work with multidisciplinary teams on innovative and impactful infrastructure solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the technical execution of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring engineering excellence and adherence to industry standards.
Coordinate with civil, mechanical, electrical, and other engineering disciplines to produce high-quality project deliverables.
Mentor and support the growth of junior engineers and technical staff.
Engage directly with clients to understand project objectives, identify challenges, and deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions.
Assist in project planning efforts, including developing budgets, schedules, and resource allocations.
Support both conventional and alternative delivery methods throughout the project lifecycle-from concept through construction.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering discipline.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in the planning, design, and implementation of municipal water and wastewater systems.
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
Strong understanding of water treatment, wastewater treatment, and pipeline design.
Familiarity with various project delivery models including design-bid-build and design-build.
Work Environment:
Hybrid work structure (3 days in office, 2 days remote).
Occasional travel to client offices and project sites is expected.
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