Practice Leader – Water/Wastewater

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We are seeking an experienced Practice Leader – Water/Wastewater to lead and grow a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality water and wastewater solutions. This is a senior leadership opportunity for a technically strong and commercially minded professional who can build trusted client relationships, develop new business, and guide the successful delivery of complex infrastructure and treatment projects.

In this role, you will provide strategic direction for the practice, oversee project portfolios, and support teams across planning, design, construction, and asset management activities. You will lead business development initiatives, identify market opportunities, prepare and review proposals, and contribute to long-term growth strategies. The role will also involve managing key client relationships, mentoring technical and project professionals, promoting collaboration across disciplines, and ensuring that services are delivered safely, sustainably, on time, and to a consistently high standard.

Applicants should hold a degree in civil, environmental, water resources, or a related engineering discipline, together with substantial experience in the water and/or wastewater sector. Professional registration or chartered status is highly desirable. You will bring proven experience leading technical teams, managing major projects, and developing client and stakeholder relationships, along with a strong understanding of relevant standards, regulations, procurement models, and industry trends. Excellent communication, commercial, and strategic planning skills are essential, as is the ability to inspire teams and make sound decisions in a complex, consultative environment. Experience with treatment facilities, water networks, wastewater collection systems, asset planning, or related infrastructure will be advantageous.

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Added 09/10/2026
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