Civil Engineer - Practice Leader - Water/Wastewater

We are recruiting on purpose a Senior Municipal Water/Wastewater Engineer to lead the Team in Charlotte, NC. .

Description:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer to lead the Water group at our Charlotte, NC office. This role will focus on water and wastewater treatment, distribution, and collection projects. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and oversee both engineering and project management responsibilities. In addition, the engineer will play an active role in business development, including proposal preparation and client engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the water/wastewater design team, providing daily guidance and oversight.

• Manage project schedules, assign weekly workloads, and review time sheets.

• Develop scopes of work, prepare budgets, and monitor financial performance throughout project delivery.

• Identify and pursue business development opportunities to expand the group’s presence in the Southeast region.

• Foster partnerships with W/MBE firms and build long-term client relationships.

• Contribute to design development and evaluate potential alternatives.

• Ensure quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) of project deliverables, including reports, drawings, and specifications.

• Support clients with procurement and construction administration, including office and field oversight.

• Assist with water and wastewater operations, hydraulic/process modeling, permitting, and environmental reviews.

• Actively participate in local, state, and national professional associations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering. MS is a PLUS!

• 10–15 years of relevant experience.

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in North Carolina.

• Proven ability to build strong relationships with municipal, industrial, and institutional clients.

• Demonstrated leadership and project management experience across varied project sizes.

• Strong communication skills (oral, written, and graphical).

• Willingness to travel to project sites and collaborate with operators on technical matters.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and budgets effectively.

• Proficiency with AutoDesk products and hydraulic/process modeling software preferred.

Benefits
We take a holistic approach to employee well-being, offering benefits that support physical, mental, and financial health. In addition to comprehensive healthcare and retirement plans, we provide wellness perks, career development opportunities, and recognition programs. Highlights include:

• Flexible Work Schedule

• Health, Dental, and Disability Insurance

• 401(k) Plan with Employer Match & Profit Sharing

• Paid Time Off

• Leadership Development Program

• Fitness & Tuition Reimbursements

• Referral Bonus Program

• Wellness and Team-Building Events

• Community Service Opportunities